By Author Kirsten Holmstedt, "The Girls Come Marching Home" In Bookstores Now!

While writing her first book, "Band of Sisters", which told the amazing true stories of women on the battlefield, Kirsten Holmstedt developed an unrivaled relationship with female service members. Now she follows America's women warriors as they come home from Iraq and explores the other side of war - its painful aftermath, including post-traumatic stress disorder, survivor's guilt, physical wounds, and other challenges. At turns heartbreaking and infuriating, "The Girls Come Marching Home" covers a compelling assortment of fighting women with a broad range of experiences and backgrounds. Holmstedt tackles controversial issues head-on, from racism, sexual harassment, and drugs to the difficulties of getting treatment from the Veterans Administration. Capturing these women's unique voices, Holmstedt lets them speak for themselves about their trials and tribulations, their hopes and dreams, their frustrations and achievements. Even as the Iraq War dies down, these stories will resonate for years to come.

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Semper Fi, read Band of Sisters and really liked it. Now I have The Girls Come Marching Home on my Xmas wish list. MommeeMarine