Outlaw Platoon: Heroes, Renegades, Infidels, and the Brotherhood of War in Afghanistan Audiobook, by Sean Parnell Play Audiobook Sample

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Read By: Ray Porter Publisher: HarperAudio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 6.83 hours at 1.5x Speed 5.13 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: February 2012 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9780062205582

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

31

Longest Chapter Length:

36:03 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

57 seconds

Average Chapter Length:

19:56 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

5

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Publisher Description

A riveting story of American fighting men, Outlaw Platoon is Lieutenant Sean Parnell’s stunning personal account of the legendary U.S. Army’s 10th Mountain Division’s heroic stand in the mountains of Afghanistan.

Acclaimed for its vivid, poignant, and honest recreation of sixteen brutal months of nearly continuous battle in the deadly Hindu Kesh, Outlaw Platoon is a Band of Brothers or We Were Soldiers Once and Young for the early 21st century—an action-packed, highly emotional true story of enormous sacrifice and bravery.

A magnificent account of heroes, renegades, infidels, and brothers, it stands with Sebastian Junger’s War as one of the most important books to yet emerge from the heat, smoke, and fire of America’s War in Afghanistan.

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"Wow! This book was amazing. It was so well written. Even you don't care for military or war books you could read this simply for art's sake. It carried such an honest and yet objective perspective of the events. The people in the book are real and not just characters invented by the author, yet they were perfectly formed and developed. I cannot say enough good things about this book."

— Brunhilde (5 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “Outlaw Platoon is a detailed and utterly gripping account of what our soldiers endure on the front lines…the on-the-ground realities of a war we so rarely witness.” 

    — Tim O’Brien, author of The Things They Carried
  • “This is a story of genuine emotion and drama…but more important, one that shows us that the love and brotherhood forged in the fires of combat are the most formidable qualities a unit can possess.” 

    — Steven Pressfield, author of Gates of Fire and The Warrior Ethos
  • “At times, I forgot I was reading about a war and was drawn up in the drama in the same way you can be when reading Krakauer’s Into Thin Air.” 

    — Doug Stanton, author of Horse Soldiers
  • “An epic story as exacting as it is suspenseful.” 

    — Clive Cussler

Awards

  • New York Times bestseller

Outlaw Platoon Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 4.56521739130435 out of 54.56521739130435 out of 54.56521739130435 out of 54.56521739130435 out of 54.56521739130435 out of 5 (4.57)
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Narration: 4.5 out of 54.5 out of 54.5 out of 54.5 out of 54.5 out of 5 (4.50)
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  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Narration Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Story Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    — Ken Kraus, 5/8/2022
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Narration Rating: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Story Rating: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    — Elizabeth James, 11/28/2017
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Outstanding first hand account of OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM. Sean Parnell describes the hours of boredom and seconds (minutes or even hours) of terror while in combat like few others. "

    — David, 2/16/2014
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    " I loved this book. It made me laugh, cry, and think the whole way through. It is truely humbling to read what the soldiers in our miliary go through on a daily basis. This book gives you just a glimpse of their willing sacrifice. Thank you to Sean Parnell and all the members of Outlaw Platoon. "

    — Traci, 2/5/2014
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    " One of the best modern warfare books I have read. It was written by an amazing platoon commander. "

    — Jack, 2/2/2014
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    " Outlaw Platoon stands apart in the genre of contemporary war nonfiction for what it lacks - posturing. Parnell is up front and honest about his time in Afghanistan. "

    — Nils, 1/30/2014
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    " Great book!! The author is very humble and provides good perspective into what it's really like to come home after battle. This is a great read. "

    — Tammi, 1/22/2014
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    " What a great book. Thanks to Sean Parnell and the men of Outlaw platoon for their service and sacrifices. I read this on my nook, but I'm definitely ordering a hard copy to hang on to. "

    — Tony, 1/21/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great Story and the Audiobook was very well done! The story of the Outlaw Platoon in Afganistan and the battles they had while they were there. This book details the battles they had and the strategies that they used against insurgents in country. "

    — Stephen, 1/20/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Very well written book that gives a great description of what life is like for a soldier on the front lines in the war in Afghanistan. "

    — Keith, 1/20/2014
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    " Must read, not to be ignored as it is now American History. "

    — David, 1/14/2014
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    " I didn't expect to enjoy this as much as I did. I'm ex military but not combat savvy. This book went to places we all need to know. Not too much not too little of each element like military details or emotional strife. "

    — Lisayak, 1/2/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great book about leadership "

    — Shane, 12/31/2013
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    " Two chapters in . . . skeptical - too much shine, a little stilted . . . but ya' never go, maybe he'll get it together "

    — Hugh, 12/4/2013
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    " Well written and convincing. Don't expect any strategic insights, rather a small unit leader's combat experience. "

    — Joe, 10/16/2013
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    " One of the best stories of the modern-day battlefield that I have ever read. Highly recommended! "

    — Greg, 8/2/2013
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    " A painful and important book. "

    — Djs76, 4/19/2013
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    " This book was awesome. I read it in two days and wish there were more! "

    — Todd, 4/14/2013
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    " Portrait of the war in Afghanistan from point of view of a lieutenant platoon leader. Very gruesome portrait of this war. Author told the story of his deployment there with honor and dignity and portrays what you would want in a military leader "

    — Linda, 2/26/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Nonfiction. Good read, lots of action. Enjoyed it because it recorded the efforts of the author's men and not his own actions. "

    — Brad, 11/24/2012
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    " Reminiscent of "With the Old Breed" this book pulls you into a horrible place that only the bravest men have gone. Parnell's account exposes an unfathomably sick and evil enemy. I have nothing but the deepest respect for our brave soldiers. "

    — Patrick, 10/16/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This is a really good book about the war in Afghanistan. There is lots of combat action and insights from one of our soldiers. "

    — Robert, 7/22/2012
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    " Not usually my genre, but this book is not to be missed...incredibly moving. "

    — Kyle, 5/17/2012

About the Authors

Sean Parnell is a former Unites States Army airborne ranger who served in the legendary Tenth Mountain Division for six years, retiring as a captain. He received two Bronze Stars—one for valor—and the Purple Heart. While deployed in Afghanistan, he led one of the most valorously decorated light infantry units in Operation Enduring Freedom’s history. He is a renowned Afghanistan policy expert and has been featured on Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, NPR, SiriusXM, and numerous other media outlets. He is currently working on his PhD in clinical psychology at Duquesne University. He lives with his wife and two children in Pittsburgh.

Erik Bergmann is a winner of the AudioFile Earphones Award. He is the narrator of the Area 51 and Justice League audiobook series, as well as the voice of Fred on the companion audiobook for the Warner Bros. feature film Scooby Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed. He has also dabbled in television, making appearances on Saturday Night Live and doing voice-over work for Random! Cartoons.

John R. Bruning is the author or coauthor of more than a dozen nonfiction books, including the critically acclaimed Shadow of the Sword and House to House. He lives in Oregon with his wife and two children.

About Ray Porter

Ray Porter has garnered two Audie nominations as well as several Earphones Awards and enthusiastic reviews for his sparkling narration of audiobooks. A fifteen-year veteran of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, he has also appeared in numerous films and television shows.