Empire City
- 368 pages
- 13 hours of reading
From the author of Youngblood comes a novel following a group of super-powered soldiers and civilians as they navigate an imperial America on the precipice of a major upheaval.
Matt Gallagher crafts narratives that delve into the profound impact of war, exploring the psychological and moral complexities faced by those involved. His work is distinguished by a keen observational style and a deep empathy for his characters, offering readers an unflinching look at the human cost of conflict. Through his writing, Gallagher seeks to illuminate the often-overlooked experiences and enduring consequences of military engagement. He possesses a unique ability to capture the nuances of trauma and resilience, making his literary voice both powerful and resonant.



From the author of Youngblood comes a novel following a group of super-powered soldiers and civilians as they navigate an imperial America on the precipice of a major upheaval.
As the U.S. military prepares to leave Iraq, Lieutenant Jack Porter becomes obsessed with the story of a lost American soldier who had a romance with a local sheikh's daughter and tries to discover what happened to him.
Read by thousands of soldiers who recognised its unflinchingly honest portrayal of the real war, as well as high-ranking Pentagon officials and interested parties around the world, Kaboom was shut down by the US Army in June 2008.