Francis Joseph Cassavant is eighteen years old, returning home from the Second World War with no face to show for his service. Despite receiving the Silver Star for his bravery in France, where he fell on a grenade, Francis questions whether his actions were truly heroic. Haunted by the loss of his childhood hero and the impact it had on his life, Francis embarks on a mission to find the man who not only received a Silver Star but also played a pivotal role in Francis’s downfall.

The novel explores themes of sacrifice, heroism, and the moral complexities of war through Francis’s eyes. As he navigates the challenges of post-war society with his disfigured face, he confronts the contradictions between his own acts of bravery and the perceived heroism of those around him, including his childhood idol.

Published on February 8, 2000, by Laurel Leaf Books, “Heroes” is a gripping narrative that delves into the psychological and emotional struggles of war veterans. With a print length of 136 pages, this edition carries an ISBN-10 of 440227690 and an ISBN-13 of 978-0440227694.