Collateral for Investors

From the New York Times best-selling author of the adult novel Triangles and the writer of the young adult classics Tilt, Crank, and Perfect, comes the gripping story of a woman torn between love for her boyfriend, a dedicated Marine deployed to Afghanistan, and the resentment she has for the war that is tearing their lives apart. Written in Hopkins's stunning poetic verse style, Collateral centers on Ashley, an MFA student at San Diego State University, who grew up reading books and never dreamed she would become a military wife.

One night, Ashley meets a handsome soldier named Cole, who doesn't match the stereotype of the aggressive military man. Instead, he's passionate and romantic, and even writes poetry. Their relationship evolves into a sexually charged love affair that goes on for five years and survives four deployments. Cole wants Ashley to marry him, but when she meets another man, a professor with similar pursuits and values, she begins to see what life might be like outside the shadow of war.

Collateral captures the hearts of the soldiers on the battlefield and the minds of the friends, family, and lovers they leave behind. Those who remain at home may be far away from the relentless, sand-choked skies of the Middle East and the crosshairs of a sniper rifle, but just the same, all of them will sacrifice a part of themselves for their country and all will eventually ask themselves if the collateral damage caused by war is worth the fight.

The gripping narrative explores the complex emotions and challenges faced by those who are left behind during wartime, as well as the impact of war on the personal lives of the soldiers themselves. Through the story of Ashley, Cole, and the other characters, the author delves into the themes of love, loyalty, sacrifice, and the personal toll of war.

Told with the author's trademark poetic style, Collateral is a powerful and engaging read that will captivate readers from the beginning. The book's exploration of the emotional and psychological impact of war on both the soldiers and their loved ones is both heartbreaking and thought-provoking, leaving a lasting impression on the reader.

Overall, Collateral is a compelling and emotionally charged novel that delves into the universal themes of love, loss, and the personal cost of conflict. It is a must-read for fans of the author's previous works, as well as anyone interested in exploring the human experience of war and its aftermath.

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