All that was going on in my head while reading this book was, 'Why?' Why invade another country? Why invade a country and totally ignore its religion and traditions (by serving porc in the cafeteria, for example)? Why invade a country then lie about the real motives? Why invade a country when no lasting peace can be maintained? Why invade a country knowing that its native population stands to suffer tremendously. Why whys and whys!!!!! That's all I could think off.
The book describes life in the Green Zone, and the little respect the Americans had on what was going on beyond the Zone's walls, and all the lies to protect the few who had much to gain. The book made me really angry.
I really thank the author for bringing to light what the Iraq war was all about, and about the careless attitude, lies, and corruption the invading force displayed. This is a must read. I also recommend watching the movie, 'Green Zone,' based on this book.
