Terms Of Enlistment by Marko Kloos

Set in a future where Earth is overpopulated and resources are scarce, the story follows Andrew Grayson, a young man from the slums who enlists in the military to escape his bleak existence. As he navigates the rigorous training and harsh realities of military life, he is thrust into a universe of interstellar conflict and political intrigue. With humanity's survival at stake, Andrew must confront the moral complexities of war and the sacrifices required to protect his home and loved ones.

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