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Title: Love to Hear Myself Talk
Review: As a fellow Arabic linguist and female Iraq war vet, I was disappointed to see such a shallow portrayal of the struggles of women in combat. Ms. Williams, although making some pithy comments on Army leadership, does not show much integrity in her own behavior. When female soldiers flirt, take advantage of their gender, and participate in or refuse to object to the crude behavior of their comrades, they reinforce those habits. Having trained with Ms. Williams a few years back, I had hoped for a fresh perspective on the war, as well as some maturity gained by her experiences. It is far too easy to poke fun and criticize, but how about taking responsibility, speaking up, or becoming an honorable leader? This memoir shows a lot of raw emotion and promise, but it is not backed up by any moral or emotional depth.
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