2. Sergey Karelin — Eternal War (Contemporary Russian Fantasy)
: Dictators, tyrants, and great rulers from Earth's past are brought back to life in a strange new world. They must decide whether to repeat the mistakes of history or find a new path while facing a modern threat: the "Player". Key Installments : Eternal War — 1 Eternal War — 3: The Reverse Side of History
This is a seminal 1974 novel inspired by the author's combat experience in the Vietnam War.
:If you want a deep, thought-provoking story about the human cost of conflict, go with Joe Haldeman . If you prefer a "useful" exploration of leadership and historical "what-ifs," Sergey Karelin's series is the better fit.