Overreach by Matthews Owen

Matthews Owen's book offers an exceptionally well-written analysis of the historical background, starting from the earliest times, even before Kievan Rus, and tracing events up to the present war. Owen has access to numerous insider sources and isn't afraid to share his and his family's personal stories, such as the harrowing account of his 19-year-old son Nikita fleeing mobilization in Moscow.

This book presents a realistic, albeit grim and depressing, vision of how the current situation might unfold. It is a must-read for anyone seeking a thorough and well-analyzed overview of the darkest moment in European history since the Second World War.