Irony. Humor (sometimes cruel). Pathos. Metaphor. Fatalism. A dry-eyed look at the human condition. A sense of justice (again sometimes cruel). The power of love. Kindness. Hope. Nostalgia. Orwellian fable/satire. Simple language. A style that is reminiscent of Hemingway.If you enjoy travel, adventure, and are interested in life lessons and self-improvement, then From Love to War: A Short Story Collection was written for you.In this book, you will begin by traversing tales concerning relationships and murder, virginity loss, pregnancy, and suicide. Later in the book, rush head-on into war without any clutter or fanfare from someone who has completed six combat tours and is a former Green Beret.This book promises to be an excellent read.