In the unforgiving mountains of Afghanistan, a battle-weary veteran and a compassionate medic form an unlikely bond as they confront their own traumas and advocate for better mental health support for veterans.
Protagonist: A battle-weary and disillusioned veteran haunted by the traumas of war; Deuteragonist: A compassionate and dedicated medic who provides support and understanding as they both struggle to find purpose and healing in the midst of the Afghanistan War mountainous terrain.
The protagonist's PTSD symptoms worsen, leading to a breakdown during a critical mission, forcing the deuteragonist to confront their own feelings of helplessness and frustration while trying to support their struggling comrade.
The protagonist and deuteragonist work together to seek help for the protagonist's PTSD, eventually finding healing and purpose through their shared experiences and support for each other. The novel ends with the two of them returning home, determined to raise awareness about the mental health struggles of veterans and to advocate for better support systems for those returning from war.
Twist: The protagonist's PTSD worsens and the deuteragonist realizes they also suffer from undiagnosed trauma. Together, they seek help and find healing, forming a powerful bond that drives them to advocate for better mental health support for veterans.