Angels of the Shadow and Angels of the Light: A Soldier's Journey - Softcover

Michael D. Vick

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1836717830 ISBN 13: 9781836717836

Publisher: Pegasus Publishers, 2026

Synopsis

From the chaos of the battlefield to the quiet chambers of the soul, Angels of the Shadow and Angels of the Light is the profound and deeply personal journey of a soldier shaped by war, faith, and the fragile line between darkness and light. Will Valcourt recounts his service with unflinching honesty—through moments of action, trauma, camaraderie, and spiritual revelation—offering a powerful portrait of what it means to serve, survive, and seek meaning in the aftermath. As physical wounds begin to heal, Valcourt confronts the deeper, invisible scars left behind—PTSD, guilt, grief, and a longing for redemption. Along his journey, angels appear in many forms: in the loyalty of fellow soldiers, the innocence of strangers, the grace of divine intervention, and the unwavering strength of hope. Written with poetic force and raw vulnerability, this story is not just about war—it’s about what comes after.

About this title

About the Author

Michael Vick is a father of two daughters and a grandfather to one granddaughter, Janie. Michael holds a Ph.D. in Adult Education and Leadership from Kansas State University, a Master of Arts degree in English from the University of Arizona, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism from Texas A&M University. Michael served in the U.S. Army for 30 years, including two combat tours in Iraq. He was awarded the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Combat Action Badge, and several other awards for his service in the military.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pegasus Publishers
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1836717830
• ISBN 13: 9781836717836
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 268