Trigger Warning

A Special Operations Engineer in Afghanistan

By Nathan Bolton

Published by Big Sky Publishing

RRP $32.99 in paperback

ISBN: 9781923144637

‘Trigger Warning’ is aptly titled. It is a warning to readers that the content may cause distress, especially to someone with similar experiences as Nathan Bolton. He is a former Special Operations Engineer who confronted the relentless horrors of combat in Afghanistan. Tasked with detecting and disarming deadly IEDs, Nathan’s tours are a combination of chaos and peril, where every step could lead to death or maiming. It’s clear that the mental and physical demands of the job take an enormous toll, a toll which is often only revealed once the tour of duty ends.

Post-war, Nathan descends into the abyss of despair, contemplating an end to his suffering. Yet, salvation arrives in a most unexpected form—a battered off-road racing sidecar. Through racing, Nathan finds purpose and begins his ascent from the depths of darkness.

Recovery is no easy journey. Nathan learns that true bravery isn’t found in the heat of battle but in the vulnerability of facing one’s inner demons. His metamorphosis from a broken warrior to a beacon of resilience is a testament to his indomitable human spirit.

This is a frank and unflinching portrayal of the impact of war, both mentally and physically. It is a book that should provide reassurance to those treading a similar path. No one emerges from the frontline of war unaffected. There is hope though in the journey to recovery of people like Nathan Bolton. That is the beacon of hope he offers.

READER RESPONSE

Many readers have responded very positively to this book. Many recount their own experiences. I encourage you to read these review comments on the Big Sky Publishing website at this link

https://www.bigskypublishing.com.au/trigger-warning/