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, Captain, US Marine Corps (Ret.)“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
“Extraordinarily well-written . . . Walk in My Combat Boots should be mandatory reading for every American citizen.”—Army magazine
“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
“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