No True Glory: Fallujah and the Struggle in Iraq: A Frontline Account Audiobook

" A gritty story of what the Marines who cleared Fallujah went through. It shows what courage and tenacity can accomplish in the face of extreme danger. I read this book while in North Carolina and in Kuwait mobilizing for a deployment to Iraq, and the book helped me keep my experiences in perspective. "

" I was there for part of this battle (in 2004). This book details all the battles surrounding what was once the most dangerous city in Iraq. "

" A treat for history/military buffs but thriller lovers will be disappointed. It's a straight-forward and detailed account of a modern close quarters battle. The strategic and political aspects of the battle are only mentioned shortly. But for those that want to learn about chaos and bravery in a modern battle it's a gem. "

" This book was a good account of the battle for Fallujah. I enjoyed the fact that it mixed a look into the higher command and political aspects along with a look into the frontline men and events. In my opinion that is the ideal style because it gives you the context and reasons why everything is happening while also giving you an inside look into the "trenches" that humanizes the events. The maps and outline of people involved were useful references to go back to while reading. This was an easy to read account that conveyed the events and their significance well, but it did lack a certain pop in my opinion that would have merited 5 stars. Nonetheless it is a strong 4 star read, and I would recommend it to anyone interested in the battle. "

" Compelling read. Chris my son was in this battle. "

" I served in Vietnam with Bing. He is a Marine's Marine! "

" I learned a little more than I wanted to by reading this book. My son is written about. Now, I know why he received the medals he has. "

" The account of the Batttle for Falljah through the eyes of the 1st Marine Division. It is a great book but not for the faint of heart. "

" Powerful and passionate narrative of tragic mayhem in Iraq in 2004 "

" An interesting account of the fighting and political choices that surrounded the battle for Fallujah. Not the most compelling book but, interesting. "

" Superb account of the battles for Fallujah. Tough read as marines start to die. Probably would have been better with an account from the Iraqi side, though given the circumstances that was clearly impossible. "

" "...let slip the dogs of war." Bing West has his finger on the pulse of the Corps with this one. Some of my buddies were in the battle for Fallujah in '04 and have given this book their seal of approval. Doesn't get more authentic than that. "

" West's book combines gripping narrative history and insightful analysis to paint a remarkable picture of not only this chaotic battle but also the entire war in Iraq. "

" This book had special resonance for me since my son was directly involved in the first battle for Fallujah. West describes the battles very well, including all the personal heroics and drama of the participants. "

" Outstanding account of military action in Fallujah, Iraq. Definitely not a rah-rah cheerleader account -- portions are highly critical of the Bush administration and certain military leaders. "

" An interesting insight into the politics of Iraq and America and their consequences for the men on the ground. The author takes us house by house through the fighting. Good book. "

" I remember enjoying this book very much. "

" Outstanding book about Fallujah. Well written. I enjoyed how Mr. West pointed out what a screw up Paul Bremer was. "

" A remarkable account of the battle for Fallujah. "

" Good story of the battle of Fallujah. Having participated as part of the Shock Trauma Platoon (STP) in Taqaddum, we treated many of the injured from both Fallujah and Ramadi. "

" Much better writing than most and an excellent combination of the high-level strategic and political maneuvering in the Iraq war down to the grunt on the street. "