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Fearless: The Undaunted Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice of Navy SEAL Team SIX Operator Adam Brown Audiobook
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Go deep into SEAL Team SIX, straight to the heart of one of its most legendary operators.
When Navy SEAL Adam Brown woke up on March 17, 2010, he didn’t know he would die that night in the Hindu Kush Mountains of Afghanistan—but he was ready. In a letter to his children, not meant to be seen unless the worst happened, he wrote, “I’m not afraid of anything that might happen to me on this earth, because I know no matter what, nothing can take my spirit from me.”
Fearless is the story of a man of extremes, whose courage and determination were fueled by faith, family, and the love of a woman. It’s about a man who waged a war against his own worst impulses, including drug addiction, and persevered to reach the top tier of the U.S. military. In a deeply personal and absorbing chronicle, Fearless reveals a glimpse inside the SEAL Team SIX brotherhood, and presents an indelible portrait of a highly trained warrior whose final act of bravery led to the ultimate sacrifice.
Adam Brown was a devoted man who was an unlikely hero but a true warrior, described by all who knew him as…fearless.
“As a rule, we don’t endorse books or movies or anything regarding the command where I work—and Adam Brown worked—but as the author writes in Fearless, ‘you have to know the rules, so you know when to bend or break them.’ This is one of those times. Read this book. Period. It succeeds where all the others have failed.”
—SEAL Team SIX Operator
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"I could say a lot about this book, particularly as a response to a couple of the comments on the book, but I will simply state that I really enjoyed the story and rate it as an excellent and inspiring read. Perhaps if we all shared this family's outlook, the world would be a better place. Something here for everyone."
— Dave (5 out of 5 stars)
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As a rule, we don’t endorse books or movies or anything regarding the command where I work—and Adam Brown worked—but as the author writes in Fearless, ‘you have to know the rules, so you know when to bend or break them.’ This is one of those times. Read this book. Period. It succeeds where all the others have failed.
— Anonymous SEAL Team SIX Operator -
Adam Brown’s zest for life led him down a few dark alleys and more than one dead end. Kind-hearted and wild, Adam led a life that lacked direction. God, a woman, and the U.S. Navy gave it to him. Fearless is a love story...several love stories: a man for his woman, a warrior for his team, parents for kids, and soldiers for their country. There is no greater love than that a man lay down his life for his friends. Be warned—reading Fearless will change the way you see the world.
— Stu Weber, veteran Green Beret, pastor, and author of Tender Warrior -
When people know they are going to die, often their one regret is that they didn’t say ‘I love you’ enough. Adam Brown never had to worry. His life was about love: love of God, family, friends, country, his fellow SEALs, and the Afghan children who worshipped him. In his latest book, Fearless, Eric Blehm does a marvelous and moving job uncovering the man—the men—beneath the SEAL mythology of elite, rock-hard warriors, renowned for their courage and skill. The SEALs in Fearless hug their children, seek comfort from their wives, wear Batman briefs, answer to names like Big Bird and Fozzy, mourn lost buddies, and risk their lives to rescue civilians from the field of fire. This is a stirring, revelatory, heartbreaking story.
— James Campbell, author of The Last Frontiersman and Ghost Mountain Boys -
This is not another SEAL book about ego; this is a powerful book about perseverance that will absolutely inspire everybody. Adam was a warrior in the truest sense—courageous, compassionate, intrepid, and humble. And his dedication to God, country, family, and the Brotherhood was genuine and exceptional. This book will motivate you to challenge yourself to be…fearless.
— SEAL teammate of Adam Brown, BUD/S Class 226 -
There is a quote from the Bible etched onto the memorial that stands in the shadow of World Trade Center steel that resembles a massive trident: ‘Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, Whom shall I send? And who will go for us? And I said, “Here am I. Send me!”’ That was Adam Brown. Fearless is a clear and deeply honest portrait of an authentic American man who lived and loved with an intrepid personal velocity. For most of us, the failures and disappointments in life take their toll. Not for Adam Brown. He vanquished all life’s heartbreaks with faith, humility, and hard work. His commitment to his family and his friends helped forge Adam Brown into the rarest of warriors. Long live the Brotherhood.
— Kurt Johnstad, screenwriter, Act of Valor and 300 -
Fearless stands unique among works of modern combat literature through author Eric Blehm’s masterful weaving of a fallen Navy SEAL’s professional war-fighting life with his complex personal victories and travails. Rich in detail and captivating in its honesty, you won’t put Fearless down once you read the first page. Read it and prepare to learn a whole new world of life as a Navy SEAL.
— Ed Darack, author of Victory Point -
"Fearless is a vivid account of one man's journey from all-American boy to all-American hero. Blehm's writing takes you beyond the battlefield and right to the heart of the personal battles, sacrifices, and triumphs of one of America's elite warriors. Anyone looking for an inspiring story of inner strength and courage will be richly rewarded by this book.
— Eric Greitens- Former Navy SEAL and New York Times bestselling author of The Heart and the Fist -
Be prepared for the full range of emotions as the true adventures of a real American hero demonstrate that 'with God, all things are possible.'
— U.S. Navy Chaplain Timothy Libertay
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" The absolute best book. A must read, re-read. "
— Karen, 2/18/2014 -
" No doubt this is a great story but the writing was somewhat weak. If only John Krakauer could have had a shot at this one. If you are not a Christian, the spiritual aspect can seem heavy handed and even become a distraction. With that said, it was an integral part of Adam Brown's life and should not be left out for that reason. I'm sure this is the way he would want it to read and that it is a way of witnessing the faith he believed so strongly. In no way should this deter you from reading Fearless and don't give up half way through. The last half is pretty strong. "
— Chris, 2/6/2014 -
" I highly recommend this book! This is an amazing story about an American hero. "
— Greg, 2/2/2014 -
" Great story of a hero, his ups and downs and the unlikelihood of his ever being what he is hailed as now. Very, VERY Christian-based, but not categorized as Christian literature. It was difficult to get around the proselytizing and find the real story. "
— Doris, 2/1/2014 -
" I wish I could have met Adam Brown, if only to shake his hand and give him a big hug. "
— Sam, 1/30/2014 -
" This is one of the best books that I have read recently. Even if you do not like war or military stories, it's a great read. It tells more of a personal story about a true hero for so many people. "
— Penny, 1/19/2014 -
" I could NOT put this book down. I read it in 2 days. What an amazing story of love, courage and patriotism. His love for God and family were very inspiring! "
— Laree, 1/15/2014 -
" This book fell in line with some others that I had recently finished. I was memorized by the heart of the man Adam Brown. The warrior soul, he brings to mind David "the man after Gods own Heart" this has been by a large margin my favorite book in a while!! I have already read it twice. "
— Matt, 1/8/2014 -
" A good book with a good story with it. Some language is in it but not much. It is based off a military man after all. "
— Tom, 1/4/2014 -
" I loved it, other than some basic editing bloopers. I love stories of real people who overcome all odds. "
— Judy, 12/24/2013 -
" I am a Lake Hamilton alimni, but I never knew Adam. I wish I had. What an amazing story. "
— Diane, 12/9/2013 -
" amazing story. Adam Brown was an amazing man and his story is worth reading. Fearless, brave, Godly, Loving. An amazing book "
— Mark, 11/12/2013 -
" Not outstanding writing, but an incredible story. Quick read. "
— Doug, 11/10/2013 -
" This is probably the best book I have read this year. A must-read for all Americans as a study in the importance of spirituality, strength, forgiveness and the power of determination. "
— Erin, 10/9/2013 -
" An inspirational story of one man's struggle to overcome his own demons to become a Navy Seal and family man. With the love for God and his country, Adam Brown's grit took him over insurmountable obstacles. "
— Sandy, 8/8/2013 -
" The story itself is amazing. Goes from being gripping to heartwarming to sad to full of hope and inspiration. The writing is good enough not to get in the way. Prepare for alot of introspection after reading. "
— Mark, 4/19/2013 -
" A really inspiring book about a Navy Seal and what he endured to become a seal. I'd definitely recommend this book. "
— Lana, 1/26/2013 -
" I was in tears by the end of this book. So thankful for men like Adam Brown. "
— Aaron, 10/27/2012 -
" What a powerful story. A must read! "
— Melanie, 10/14/2012 -
" Very excellent read for young and old! "
— Johnnybradleyjr, 8/25/2012 -
" Amazing story of a true hero. "
— Barri, 5/26/2012
About Eric Blehm
Eric Blehm is a bestselling author and award-winning journalist, who has contributed to GQ, Outside, Men’s Journal, Backpacker, Climbing, Couloir, Hemispheres, and the Los Angeles Times. In 1999 he broke ground as the first journalist to accompany and keep pace with an elite Army Ranger unit on a training mission. His access to the Special Operations community and reportage set an important milestone for American war journalism two years before reporters began to gain widespread embedded status with the US military in the War on Terror. Blehm gained a reputation for following stories to remote and risky environments, which has led him to previously untold stories, including one of an elite team of eleven Green Berets who operated in the hinterland of Taliban-held Afghanistan just weeks after 9/11. Winner of the Barnes & Noble Discover Award for The Last Season, he has distinguished himself as one of America’s most important new nonfiction writers. He is also widely known for his participatory coverage of outdoor sports and topics in the realm of adventure travel.
About Robert Petkoff
Robert Petkoff is an actor and audiobook narrator who has won a prestigious Audie Award and multiple AudioFile Earphones Awards and has been named an AudioFile Golden Voice. He has appeared on Chappelle’s Show, Law & Order, and Quantum Leap. His Broadway credits include Sir Robin in Spamalot, Perchik in Fiddler on the Roof, and Tateh in Ragtime.