Ed is a retired United States Air Force Lieutenant Colonel working for a defense contractor. He has been hired as a Senior Logistics Expert to work with the Afghanistan Ministry of Defense as an advisor and mentor to two senior Afghan officers.
Ed first appears telling an Army Combat Medic he can’t breathe. He is transferred to Camp Phoenix just outside of Kabul for further treatment. Over the next twelve hours, he is treated by a “tag team” of nurses and doctors. During this time he remembers the sights, smells and sounds of Afghanistan and his journey there.
Mr. Mason uses vivid imagery and character portrayals to tell his story from his arrival in Dubai up to the beginning of his eight week dream. Ed describes his day-to-day routine at Camp Eggers, his fellow officers, his family and the dedicated medical teams he encountered on his journey. Ed’s story is straightforward, powerful, yet humorous account of his experiences in Afghanistan and how his battle for survival changes his life forever.
To Be a Rose
Ed is a retired United States Air Force Lieutenant Colonel working for a defense contractor. He has been hired as a Senior Logistics Expert to work with the Afghanistan Ministry of Defense as an advisor and mentor to two senior Afghan officers.
Ed first appears telling an Army Combat Medic he can’t breathe. He is transferred to Camp Phoenix just outside of Kabul for further treatment. Over the next twelve hours, he is treated by a “tag team” of nurses and doctors. During this time he remembers the sights, smells and sounds of Afghanistan and his journey there.
Mr. Mason uses vivid imagery and character portrayals to tell his story from his arrival in Dubai up to the beginning of his eight week dream. Ed describes his day-to-day routine at Camp Eggers, his fellow officers, his family and the dedicated medical teams he encountered on his journey. Ed’s story is straightforward, powerful, yet humorous account of his experiences in Afghanistan and how his battle for survival changes his life forever.
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2 reviews for To Be a Rose
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Nick Scott –
I can’t put it down!!! Ed Mason’s memoir is a gripping, deeply personal account of life in Afghanistan as a retired U.S. Air Force officer turned defense contractor. With vivid imagery and raw honesty, Mason takes readers from the bustling corridors of Camp Eggers to a life-altering medical crisis at Camp Phoenix. His story is both powerful and unexpectedly humorous, painting a rich portrait of military life, camaraderie, and resilience. A must-read for anyone interested in the human side of service and survival.
Nikka Lewis –
Hi Nick! Thank you so much for the 5-star rating and heartfelt feedback! Your words pulse with the same energy that Ed Mason pours into his pages—raw, vivid, and undeniably human. Your reflection on his journey, from the dynamic pulse of Camp Eggers to the vulnerable silence of a medical crisis at Camp Phoenix, captures the very soul of his memoir.
You beautifully highlight that balance of grit and humor, survival and spirit—a reminder that even in the most challenging places, laughter and camaraderie can bloom. It’s readers like you who help keep these stories alive, echoing beyond the page.
Spread the word and share the inspiration! Invite your fellow readers to dive into Ed Mason’s unforgettable story of service, strength, and second chances.
Happy Reading!
Nick Scott –
Ed Mason’s memoir offers a vivid, honest look at life in Afghanistan—from military duty to a medical crisis that changed everything. Both powerful and unexpectedly humorous, it’s a compelling portrait of service, survival, and resilience. Awesome book and I can’t put it down!