Dave

First of all, I did not find this a spellbinding listen. It is a basic memoir but I'm glad GW did it. None-the-less, this should not detract from a good job done by the reader - Ron McLarty. However, I did find the book organization somewhat challenging. The story follows a chronological path to the White House then it jumps around per topic (or crisis).

You've got to admit, it is sobering to reflect back on how the story of GW's term in office was basically one crisis after another - 911, Katrina, wars, financial meltdown. Which makes it more interesting to read this today with the recent debt crisis. Yes, GW provides explanations for his decisions, but I did find some of his explanations not very satisfying (e.g. the auto bailout). So I rate this book (not unlike his term in office) - not especially great, but not especially bad either.

Some of the reviews - including some from our veterans who lived it - are truly outstanding. I will not attempt to out do them here - it would be just "piling on". Just wanted to add that this is some really great narration. Consistent voices and accents, and that is critical to an Audible book. So if you have a sensitive ear to language/accents, then you should have no problem with Matterhorn. Lastly, one or two situations seemed not quite credible (showing the enemy a few seconds of mercy at the last major battle?... I struggled some with that one ....).

Be warned, this is an intense, in-your-face, book. It will be hard to forget. And it could change your politics about war.

Anyway, a legitimate no brainer - this is a MUST read.

Dave