Unremarried Widow by Artis Henderson
is the story of her love affair and marriage to Miles Henderson, and the story
of his death in a helicopter accident.
It is also the story of her life after his death and the story of her
encounters with the Army and Army life.
The book is a fascinating read, one
which reads like fiction at times. The
young couple have different backgrounds, goals, religious beliefs, and different
takes on patriotism, but somehow, they share a deep love. Part of Artis’ difficulty, when she and Miles
are just starting out, is accepting Army life and the structure and the order
demanded of her as an Army wife.
What she rebels against about the Army
is also what might have given her solace after her husband’s death. She finds this out after a long time of
grieving on her own.
A part of the book that is unresolved
is the investigation undertaken by the widow of the other pilot in the crash
that killed Miles. It is her contention
that the reports are muddled and the circumstances of the accident
unclear. She desperately wants to
believe that the pilots were not at fault.
Artis’ response to this investigation is quite interesting, I felt.
Henderson’s writing is brilliant. I highly recommend this book.
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