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

" I really didn't like this book. I have the same problems with it as most others that didn't like it so I won't go on, but suffice it to say that Luttrell likes himself and the SEALs quite a bit and REALLY doesn't like liberals. He pats himself on the back quite a bit, and he actually goes as far as to blame most of the problems with his mission, and possible the US, on the "liberal media." The book would've been much better if he'd just stayed away from wearing his political views on his sleeve so openly. Not that he can't mention it and be honest, but these mainly serve as tangents and distract from why I would want to read this book in the first place, which was to read a true account of Operation Redwing, not to read a diatribe by Luttrell on his perceptions of the media. I can understand that a man frustrated and saddened by his friends' deaths may have needed a scapegoat, but an editor could've/should've helped him tone it down a little. It just smacks of stereotypical conservative, macho, "I'm right and if you disagree you're not a patriot," non-thinking rhetoric. Speaking of editing, Luttrell is simply not a good writer and it shows pretty quickly. His usage of literary devices is hackneyed and he really beats some points into the ground. His language is almost elementary. I don't say this to be a jerk, it just gets distracting. An editor should've helped him with this. Last, the reader of the audiobook is distracting. He just sounds like he's trying really hard to sound manly and Texan and it just doesn't come off well. Maybe this is how Luttrell actually speaks, but either way I didn't like it. "

" Book club selection that brings light to the respect that our U.S. Navy SEALs deserve. "

" this book surprised me. pleasantly so. he writes well about his growing up in big thicket country, and thus i felt a real familiarity to him from the beginning. being attached to the main character/narrator makes the story of the tragedy that much more poingnant. (sp?). "

" Marcus Luttrell is a true warrior!! "

" Fantastic true account of US Navy Seals in Afghanistan. Interestingly is how the carries the story beyond the war an back home. "

" This is a riveting book that tells it like it is. The dilemma that our warriors must constantly be prepared to make is a decision that can make a difference between fighting another day or going to jail for war crimes is haunting. Thank-you Marcus for your service. God Bless our Military. "

" I listened to this one right after I listened to Seal Team Six so I was already in SEAL/ military mode. This book is a little different from the other in that it is more detailed from a military stand point and he describes the battle blow-by-blow. "

" This was an incredible story about perseverance in the face great odds. Unfortunately better guidance from coauthor on over emphasis on American supremacy would have helped a lot. That art of the writing was a little narrow and a detractor. "

" Terrifying account of the reality of war in the Middle East. The first half is slow, but you're in for a roller coaster ride if you can hang in for the real action in the back half. I have a whole new appreciation for our Nation's war heroes. "

" This was such a heavy but enlightening book. Once I got past the first few chapters, which laid out geography, it was a good read. I found myself in tears, amused, and so thankful for all of out armed forces. "

" i would have liked it more if it had less politics. really the liberal media caused all your friends to die? "

" I was surprised I liked this book when I read it for book club "

" Great story, but the author's opinions on politics, religion etc. are annoying in that they take away from the story rather then add to it. Furthermore, he comes off as a cocky meathead. "

" A+ Should be required reading in every High School. God Speed to the warriors of Operation Redwing. "

" This is an awesome story of survival and rebirth. Marcus' story of surviving both the loss of his team and his immersion into an Afghan tribe. "

" Powerful, intense, and well written. Probably as close as I'll ever get to understanding what it's like to be in the special forces. "

" Heartbreaking and eye opening "

" This really made me want to support the military however I can. These guys make unbelievable sacrifices. "

" I normally love military books but the author's tiresome redneck conservatism and chest-thumping turned me off. Just because you can pull a trigger doesn't mean you're qualified to set ROE or national policy. Get over yourself. "

" I don't read a lot of non-fiction books, but I'm glad I read this one. The details of Seal training are unbelievable, and the account of the battle of Murphy's ridge is riveting. My respect for the men who make up this nation's special forces grew immensely. "

" Awesome book, really feel for our Soliders "

" It is an amazing story that keeps your heart pounding "

" Fantastic book - Found myself more interested after he was out of training, then I couldn't put it down! "

" I have a feeling this book will be a popular choice after the events of last month. I really enjoyed the insider's view of SEAL training. "

" Unbelievable account of a modern day war story that is very gripping. The first half of the book is a little drawn out about all the Seal training, but it's well worth the wait "

" Marcus Luttrell is the lone survivor of a deadly ambush of members of Seal Team 10 in the mountains of Afghanistan. This is his eyewitness account. "

" Could not put it down. Very Compelling. All these guys are heros, Lt. Murphy is a true warrior in the purest sense. "

" Amazing story. Could not put it down. "

" Amazing, amazing, amazing book about operation Red Wing and the SEAL team that fought in the mountains of Afghanistan in 2005. Must read for any fan of military non-fiction and stories of great perseverance. What Marcus Luttrell and his fellow SEALs went through is truly unbelievable. "

" A fascinating look at what goes into becoming a Navy SEAL, and what happened when something went awry in Afghanistan. "

" Awesome. I like a nonfiction book where I really learn something. This describes the Navy Seal's training as well as the author's stint on a mission in Afghanistan. In depth insight. Also, he's an American hero. "

" It's not a happy story, and you will cry. But this is the war we are in, and this is one of the guys on the front lines making incredible sacrifices. "

" Pretty riveting once it got to the part about the titular mission in Afghanistan. And I learned that the cause of all evil in the U.S. is liberalism, and having someone other than George W. Bush in the White house. Also, Texas is the greatest. "

" A personal, heartfelt and heartbreaking account, but I found the jingoism and ethnic/religious prejudices laced throughout the book disturbing. Made it hard to get through the book. "