Two Sides of the Beach: The Invasion and Defense of Europe in 1944

Although one might think that from the title of this book, the main focus would be on the events of 6 June, 1944. That action however is only covered for less than a quarter of the books length, the remainder dedicated to subsequent operations up to Falaise. It is this aspect that I found the most disappointing. I can understand focus on the campaign for and about Caen since that was an horrific and brutal exercise, but it seems to me that actual invasion involving Commonwealth forces is being given short shrift.
The interviews were quite well-balanced and grouped effectively. It was also quite astounding to read of malingerers and deserters. I think the author was effective in getting across the feel of the actions following D-Day, but the title of the book is quite misleading. ( )