Lone Survivor: The Eyewitness Account of Operation Redwing and the Lost Heroes of SEAL Team 10

First let me say that I'm not a 'seasoned reader' as many who reviewed this book seem to be. I usually don't read for pleasure; just out of necessity. However, as many other reviewers have stated, this book was extremely hard to put down. I didn't read this book in order to 'critic the author or his writing skills'. Thankful American citizen who read this book to get a better realization of how blessed I am by those who give their all for the rest of us.
I laughed out loud many times and cried as well. I enjoyed the "Texas slang" that maybe only a Texan can truly understand. Marcus made me feel proud to be a Texan and an American. I was humbled by reading this book...to think of what our men and women put on the line for the rest of us, who soak up the air conditioner, while drinking our bottle water and eating junk food. The training of the SEALs was insane...I kept asking, "why would ANYONE do this out of their own free will?" I don't know very many people who could go through the training of the first week, much less the horrible experience that Marcus and his 3 buddies endured. So while many readers will state that this book makes unnecessary statements about our liberal media, etc....I feel this book was an explanation of how MARCUS saw things unfold. It's his book and he told the story HIS way. We could all watch the same scene and see something different, each of us with our own story of how things unfolded...but I feel he is entitled to his opinions, it's HIS book. Many reviewers state that Marcus was filled with hate and thinks we should kill anyone who gets in our way....well, that's NOT what he did in the book!! He allowed the three men to go on their way. He was very kind to those children and to the people who where NOT out to KILL him. He is a good Christian man from what I can tell. A man who almost gave his life for his country as many of his buddies did. And one reason he didn't die is because of his hardcore SEAL training and the NEVER DIE, bad-a$$ attitude they seem to instill..which I think WOULD be an necessary attitude in order to survive such events like the ones Marcus endured. Most of us would have just given up because we are not mentally strong enough to take the hell that he went through.
It is obvious to me that God has a big plan for this man's life. I applaud and give my utmost respect to all those who stand in harms way to protect me, my family, my freedom and this wonderful country we are so blessed to live in. God bless America (even though we don't deserve it) and God bless Texas!

The only thing about this book that I didn't care for was the foul language. But I realized that it's just part of the environment they operate in...IT IS WAR, and it's not pretty. I can't say that I wouldn't let a few four-letter words slip if I was put in the same situation. Right?

Yes, this book MUST be read by all Americans. It is a true and factual account of freedom's fight and ultimate sacrifice. The events bring to view the lack of awareness of the effects of bad politically driven legislative policy by America's U.S. Congress centering of the rules of engagement during times of conflict. Each reader becomes a part of this human event as it unfolds revealing minute by minute the commitment, values, integrity and honor of America's warriors defending freedom.

This should be required reading in our high schools. This is an amazing story told by a very humble man. Just read it.

Truely my favorite book. It made me want to join the SEALs. If you are thinking of joining and maybe need a little extra push- read this book, or maybe avoid it!

10 out of 10. 5 stars.

America.

One of my favorite books. I got a copy for my dad and both of my sons, all of which were/are Marines. My dad reads a lot of war books, and he said it was the best he has ever read. This is the only book he has ever said that about. I won't go into details, since others have. I'll just say that it is a very good book.