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When her brother goes missing, Polly Perks makes a desperate choice: she cuts her hair, binds her chest, and enlists in the army under a false name. What begins as a personal quest quickly becomes something far larger as she discovers that war is far messier, stranger, and more absurd than anyone back home ever suggested. Surrounded by a ragtag regiment of misfits and underdogs, Polly must navigate the brutal realities of combat while keeping her true identity hidden—all while uncovering uncomfortable truths about duty, loyalty, and what it really means to be a soldier. Terry Pratchett's masterful blend of humor and social commentary transforms this tale into a sharp-edged satire that challenges everything we think we know about war, heroism, and identity. A witty, thought-provoking adventure that proves the most dangerous battles are often fought against prejudice and convention.

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Doubleday UK

Published Nov 28, 2017

336 pages

ISBN: 9780857525055

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First Published

2003

Language

eng

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Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Monstrous Regiment by Terry Pratchett.

War/Trauma
Violence