Status Updates From Ghosts of War: The True Sto...

After witnessing disturbing events during the white phase of military training, and before entering the blue phase, Ryan was able to visit his family for two weeks. Once back in the military, he and some of his squad started going from place to place to create better transport and fortify bases in Iraq. One of his allies had died from an IED. At the end of the book, he was able to return home and enter college.

Ryan Smithson was a typical high school student when the events of September 9, 2001, occurred. After experiencing the events on live television, he felt an urge to drop out of high school and join the military. After a long wait and completing everything he needed, he managed to enter the Red Phase of military training. From there, he endures several difficult days in Iraq, witnessing the deaths of innocent lives.

Finished Part 2; now on part 3

Finished part 1; now on part 2