American Heroes, James Patterson
American Heroes, James Patterson
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American Heroes
From the #1 bestselling authors of Walk in My Combat Boots

Bestseller

Author: James Patterson, Matt Eversmann, Tim Malloy

Series: Heroes Among Us #5

Narrator: Joe Mantegna

Unabridged: 11 hr

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/21/2024


Synopsis

Instant #1 National Bestseller!

“A monumental contribution to comprehending the motivation and distinguished service of American warriors. American Heroes is a book that every citizen should read.”
— Association of the United States Army

From the authors of Walk in My Combat Boots, “American Heroes is a gripping collection of firsthand accounts…capturing the indomitable spirit of our nation’s finest” (Jack Carr, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Terminal List series).

U.S. soldiers who served in overseas conflicts—from World War II, Korea, and Vietnam to Iraq and Afghanistan—share true stories of the actions that earned them some of America’s most distinguished military medals, up to and including the Medal of Honor. 
 
They never acted alone, but always in the spirit of camaraderie, patriotism, and for the good of our beloved country. 
  
There has never been a better time for all of us to think about duty, sacrifice, and what it means to be an American hero.

About James Patterson

James Patterson is a world-renowned mystery writer that has dominated the New York Times Bestseller list for decades. In fact, he holds the New York Times AND Guinness records for most best-selling, hardcover, fiction titles by a single author, an astonishing accomplishment of 76! Patterson is possible best known for his Alex Cross series, which has held the top selling detective series for the past ten years. His books have sold approximately 300 million copies worldwide and he is the first author to achieve ten million eBook sales. There have been nine files - seven made for TV movies and three major motion pictures that were adapted from Patterson novels. Unlike many of his counterparts, Patterson is a fan of collaboration and works with several ghostwriters and co-authors to keep the mysteries coming for his demanding readers. While he has received his share of criticism for this practice, it hasn't mattered to his devoted following and as he continues to top the charts with each new release. In addition to adult novels, Patterson has recently become the bestselling author for the young adult and middle grade categories.

Patterson is also well known for his philanthropy. The James Patterson Teach Education Scholarship has been established to support the next generation of teachers at 19 different universities across the country. Patterson co-hosts a webcast with Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade. ONE ON ONE: Fundamentals with Dwyane Wade and James Patterson highlights the importance of reading for success in life. He also has a website dedicated to helping parents and educators ignite the reading spark in students. The website has specific book recommendations aimed towards the child's ability. ReadKiddoRead.com also features book reviews, messages from James, a Facebook community, and contributions from other authors and celebrities that believe in the power of reading.

James Patterson was born March 22, 1947 in New York and graduated summa cum laude from Manhattan College with a B.A. in English, and summa cum laude from Vanderbilt University with an M.A. in English. He has won multiple awards for his work and has entertained and inspired millions. Patterson can occasionally be seen guest starring as himself on an episode on NBC's 'Castle'. He has a wife, Susan and a son, Jack an currently resides in Palm Beach, Florida.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Vickie on October 21, 2024

This non-fiction book is the riveting tale of heroes who fought and served for our nation, at great cost to themselves and sometimes to their families as well. I don’t usually read this genre, but I was drawn to it because my husband is a veteran and I lived on military bases with heroes for over tw......more

Goodreads review by Laura on September 14, 2024

As with their other collections, this one really makes you think about what people go through that you never get an insight like this. Moving stories from people that have been through it. Many thanks to the publisher for this early copy for read and review......more

Goodreads review by Emmyjo on October 21, 2024

First off this book is very intriguing, it's not something I would normally pick up and read. But I soon found this book very interesting. The different stories by so many different people and what they went through. And some not getting recognition until years and I mean years later. Even some that......more

Goodreads review by Nicole on December 31, 2024

Each and every story was unique and touching. The impact that these stories had on their lives is just mind blowing to say the least. There were some books that really just made me wish that our society was different. I'll just leave it at that. I did love reading this book. I fully recommend it.......more

Goodreads review by Klare on December 20, 2024

There are some very moving stories in here. Even though it’s about very harsh events it flows well and is easy to understand what they went through.......more


Quotes

“James Patterson's American Heroes  is a compelling work of nonfiction that should not be missed. A riveting chronicle of valor, humanity, and sacrifice, the diverse stories within the book's pages represent the very threads that hold our flag together.”—Mark Greaney, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Chaos Agent, a Gray Man novel

“America at its best: ordinary Americans who found extraordinary courage and helped write our proud history in the process.”—Congressman Seth Moulton, Marine Veteran

American Heroes delivers compelling accounts of men and women at war. You can almost hear the bullets as you read these powerful stories told by and about selfless warriors. It’s a striking reminder that America’s highest awards for valor are more often earned by saving lives than by taking them.”—ADM E. T. Olson, USN (Ret.), former CDR (USSOCOM)

“American Heroes is a gripping collection of firsthand accounts that plunges you into the heart of battle, told by those who lived it. Patterson and Eversmann deliver a raw, unflinching look at valor and sacrifice, capturing the indomitable spirit of our nation’s finest. This book is a tribute to courage that will leave you breathless and inspired." —Jack Carr, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Terminal List series

“Urgent and full of suspense. . . A gripping account of American military members’ experiences before, during, and after wartime.”—Kirkus, starred review

“A vivid and authentic portrait of life in the modern military … Powerful. This edifying collection captures the highs and lows of the military experience.”—Publishers Weekly

Extraordinarily well-written . . . Walk in My Combat Boots should be mandatory reading for every American citizen.”—Army magazine

“Walk in My Combat Boots will move you to tears and enlightenment . . . From despair to laugh-out-loud humor, philosophical enlightenment to cinematic action, this book has something for everyone, and means everything to someone who devoted his or her career to serving our country . . . a patriotic must-read.”—Southern Living

“The significant messages interwoven in this vast and varied panorama [are] honest, lively, and at times ironic, eerie and truly terrifying…American Heroes offers further proof of James Patterson’s unique creativity and deep diligence.”—Bookreporter

“Each turn of the page tells an inspiring story from a service member’s own words.”—Stars & Stripes