Final Salute: A Story of Unfinished Lives Audiobook

" Well, based on the content of the book, I would give it 5 stars, but based on the way it was written 3 stars. The way the book was organized made it hard to follow the story of each fallen soldier. I wish the sections had been split up by person instead of jumping around. This was definitely an emotional read and a story that needed to be told. "

" a really great book--but i seriously cried the whole time i was reading it. "

" An intimate and moving glance into the mission most of never experience. I was saddened by the individual experiences and uplifted by his love and dedication. It is true, we love those we serve. "

" Very enlightening on the process of the notification officers but very,very sad. Get your kleenex ready... "

" This was a very good book. I enjoyed reading about the "unfinished lives" of those profiled in this book. It's so sad that all too often lives are ended far too soon. Whether you support the war or not, this book is a great reminder of how much so many sacrifice for others. "

" Loved this! Wonderful insight into what these military families are going through. I really feel for this generation of military children who will grow up with out one of their parents. "

" I bought the book this morning and cannot put it down. As I write this I can't stop crying. Incredibly powerful book, I recommend everyone read it, this is the reality! "

" One of the toughtst books to get through that I have read. "

" A very moving book, but it felt a little disjointed. I think the article that Jim Sheeler wrote for the Rocky Mountain News was much more powerful, so the book pales in comparison. "

" An incredibly moving tribute to the fallen men and women of our nation... gives a different perspective on the men and women that escort the bodies of fallen soldiers. "

" A powerful book that will do a few things for you depending on who you are and where you have been in life. For me, it reminded me that serving for 25years active duty was nothing compared to the ultimate sacrifice our servicemen have given in Iraq, aphganistan, Vietnam, "

" It was very difficult to listen to because of the emotional, heart-wrenching stories. It is criminal what is done to these families. Major Beck is a saint and is doing a wonderful thing for these families. Everyone needs to know this story. "

" It doesn't matter how you feel about war, this book gives us a view into the price families pay and how some soliders have reached out to those families. Really a moving perspective on war. "

" This book took me a while to read because every chapter brought fresh tears and deep insight. Sheeler does an incredible job at respectfully weaving journalism with storytelling, telling the truth and never being too political. "

" There are no words that I can say that can do this book justice. I cried, I laughed and I was extremely proud and angry throughout the book. This is an amazing book and in my opinion one that everyone should read no matter what you think about this war. "

" This should be required reading for everyone. The people in this book should not be forgotten. "

" Everyone should read this book. EVERYONE. Especially the people who have any say in whether we go to war or not. I cried my way through it. "

" One of the best books I have ever read. As a military wife, I live in fear of getting the knock on my door. I cried buckets of tears reading this book. Everyone should read it. "

" I tried to read this, but couldn't. If you've ever lost someone close to you in a tragic and unexpected way, this book cuts too close to the bone; you already know what happens when the stranger arrives with terrible news. "

" Every American should read this book. It is amazing and touches your soul. "

" Superb book about bringing home and honoring our war dead-our heroes. This book will make you cry so many times. A must read for every American to accompany the TV footage we can now see from Dover AFB. "

" A Real Eyeopener! I have learned how the families of the soliders killed in Iraq is notified and how only a few of the families are truly assisted with the arrangements, etc. by the military. "