The Lords of Discipline
 

The Lords of Discipline

by Pat Conroy

In this powerful, mesmerizing, and highly acclaimed bestseller, Pat Conroy sweeps us into the turbulent world of four young men–friends, cadets, and blood brothers–and their days of hazing, heartbreak, pride, betrayal, and, ultimately, humanity.

We go deeply into the heart of the novel’s hero, Will McLean, a rebellious outsider with his own personal code of honor,... (read more)

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DRION S
  • Rated 5 stars

This is absolutely the best book that I've read my entire life. Shortly, it is about a group of 4 friends, each with distinct personalities, that help each other get through military high school, and it takes a journey to do so. Meanwhile, they are trying to find out as much information as possible about a secret organization in the military school that torchures students they don't like in attempt to "run them out" of the school.

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  • koreen56

    koreen56 said:

    One of the few books I've read twice.

    posted Sunday, July 6 2008
  • Bernie

    bernie said:

    Amazing, amazing novel. This is definitely in my top 5 non-fiction works. Thanks for your work Pat.

    posted Sunday, July 6 2008
  • Kevin G

    kevin g said:

    One of my all time favorites. Great prose, memorable characters, and an action packed plot.

    posted Friday, April 18 2008
  • Mack V

    mack v said:

    This book will always be a favorite for a special reason. I was so involved in the story that I overcame the normal car sickness I got while reading and riding ;) Thanks Pat!!

    posted Tuesday, February 19 2008
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