Anchored in the history of a particular war, Boschert's novel provides an eye-opening reading experience. Boschert's fluent narration, crisp dialogue, apt and specific detail, along with superb pacing, make this book a "must read." Highly recommended." Mary Sharnick, author of Thirst, A Novel.
When the Jungle is Silent is set in Borneo of the 60s during a little known war called “the confrontation,” this story tells of the British soldiers who fought in one of the densest jungles in the world. Jason, a young soldier of the Light Infantry, is stationed in Penang, an idyllic island off the coast of Malaysia until his regiment is sent to Borneo. Ill prepared for the grim horror of a war in the jungle, he finds himself “Up Country” close to local populations of Iban headhunters, and in the path of a determined Indonesian offensive. Fighting erupts along the border of Sarawak and Jason has to learn to survive in a world gone mad.
Read Mary Sharnick's full review of When the Jungle Is Silent here.
