Books like Bombs Away: The Hot War by Harry Turtledove
In an alternate history set in the aftermath of General MacArthur's decision to drop nuclear bombs on Manchurian cities, this book explores the dramatic consequences of the Cold War's sudden transformation into a hot war. The novel follows the experiences of ordinary people from both sides of the conflict, from a British barmaid to a Ukrainian war veteran, as they navigate the devastating effects of nuclear strikes on cities and the global struggle to survive.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: War & Military Fiction/War Stories
Authors: Harry Turtledove
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