After a soldier is deployed to a war zone,those left behind often wondered what their loved ones were experiencing.  Letters home were usually short and vague –filled with words about the weather, sights they’ve seen, complaints about foodand lodging, and how everyone was missed.  Hardly anyone wrote about his missions, battles, or near deathexperiences – these were too horrific to share with family and friends, andinstead, were buried deep inside of each individual and stored next to hisinnermost secrets. When returning home, these young soldiers did not want totalk about their war experiences; nobody would understand anyway.  Soon, family and friends noticed changes intheir loved one.  He was extremelyrestless, angry, distant, and soon alienated himself from everyone.  This person is so much different from just ayear ago.  What exactly happened tobring this on? 
 
Cherries – A Vietnam War Novel offers the reader an in-depth look into theeveryday struggles of these young soldiers as they try to survive war.  Although the backdrop for “Cherries”is the Vietnam War, current veterans have attested that their experiences weresimilar and had also impacted their mental, physical and emotional states. “Cherries”takes the reader along on this rite of passage.  When finished, you will understand why change is imminent