Synopses & Reviews
Based on the authorÕs own experiences as a cadet at the exclusive United States Military Academy at West Point,
Battle Dress is the brutally honest tale of seventeen-year-old Andi Davis, who views her acceptance at West Point as a chance to escape her dysfunctional family and prove to herself that she has what it takes to survive ÒThe Beast,Ó insider terminology for Basic Training. But nothing could have prepared Andi for the rigors that followÑor for the inner strength that she will need to succeed as a woman in a nearly all-male society. Compelling and powerful, but never militaristic, this is a tale of triumph that wonÕt fail to move readers.
Review
-Provides insights into long-held traditions at a mostly unfamiliar, formerly male-dominated institution. Compelling, at times stomach-turning, reading.+ -
School Library Journal-Even readers who disagree with Andi+s values will be pulling for her.+ -Publishers Weekly
Review
"Even readers who disagree with Andi's values will be pulling for her." - Publishers Weekly
Synopsis
Welcome to Beast:
Six weeks of intensive basic training for incoming West Point cadets. The thought of never-ending commands, drills, and predawn runs might scare some people, but not seventeen-year-old Andi Davis. After being yelled at for her entire life, Andi is sure she can handle anything that West Point can dish out. But as the days wear on, orders are barked faster, the work gets harder, push-ups pile up, and Andi is nearly destroyed by the grueling routine. Will she find a way to make it through this living nightmare? Or will Beast devour her?
Synopsis
As a newly arrived freshman at West Point, 17-year-old Andi finds herself gaining both confidence and self esteem as she struggles to get through the grueling six weeks of new cadet training known as the Beast.
About the Author
Amy Efaw is a former Army officer and freelance journalist. She lives with her family in Denver, Colorado.