Service

A Navy SEAL at War

By: Marcus Luttrell

Narrated by: Kevin T. Collins

Length: 12 hrs and 7 mins

Publisher's summary

Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell returned from his star-crossed mission in Afghanistan with his bones shattered and his heart broken. So many had given their lives to save him-and he would have readily done the same for them. As he recuperated, he wondered why he and others, from America's founding to today, had been willing to sacrifice everything-including themselves-for the sake of family, nation, and freedom.

In Service, we follow Marcus Luttrell to Iraq, where he returns to the battlefield as a member of SEAL Team 5 to help take on the most dangerous city in the world: Ramadi, the capital of war-torn Al Anbar Province. There, in six months of high-intensity urban combat, he would be part of what has been called the greatest victory in the history of U.S. Special Operations forces. We also return to Afghanistan and Operation Redwing, where Luttrell offers powerful new details about his miraculous rescue. Throughout, he reflects on what it really means to take on a higher calling, about the men he's seen lose their lives for their country, and the legacy of those who came and bled before.

A thrilling war story, Service is also a profoundly moving tribute to the warrior brotherhood, to the belief that nobody goes it alone, and no one will be left behind.

©2012 Marcus Luttrell (P)2012 Hachette

loved it

I absolutely loved this book, it is so awe inspiring and motivating, and serves as a reminder that no matter how you serve in the military, the service alone is important.

Beautifully written and read.

I loved the entire thing! I listened to this while driving and I found myself excited the leave for work just to pick up where I left off.

Great message for all Vets

Thank you for telling your story it was very impactful and made me feel as though my service is appreciated and means something.

Amazing

This book opens your eyes about the reality of war and the military. Makes you feel more appreciative! Would recommend.

Great book

If you had the chance to listen to Lone Survivor the first book this one gives even more details to operation Red Wing and other operations. A must read.

Almost better than Lone Survivor

Very good book that tells the tales of America's greatest Special Opp warriors. I thoroughly enjoyed it!

Great book!

Love this book as a follow-up to Lone Survivor. Would like to read more from Marcus

An Emotional Roller Coaster

This was one of the best books I have ever read/listened to. Marcus Luttrell is a master story teller. It is hard to tell what he is better at, being a Special Warfare Operator or a Writer. This book was if not better than "Lone Survivor" than just as good. It had me laughing at some points, sad at others, and feeling everything in between the rest of the time.
One feeling I felt through out the book was just a general thankfulness for all the unbelievable men and women in the armed forces. I can't really explain the feeling I got when Marcus told the different stories of the men and women who sacrifice so much for us, but it is a pride, respect, and a thanks all wrapped together.
The Narrators were excellent. The main Narrator is the same one from "Lone Surviver." He is perfect for this topic.
This book is not all about the writer. He tells many stories about many different people. At one point the story is told from a couple different Military Wives POV. Those parts are equally as excellent as the rest. If you buy this book you will not be regretful.

Another excellent book by Marcus Luttrell

Would you consider the audio edition of Service to be better than the print version?

I haven't read the print version. The Audio version was very good, Kevin T. Collins could have done a better job familiarizing himself with some of the terms and words prior to reading it aloud. It was obvious at times that he had no military or tactical experience by the way he pronounced certain words. I wouldn't let that deter me from listening to the audio version though.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Too many to list!

What about Kevin T. Collins’s performance did you like?

Overall he did a good job, as I said earlier Kevin T. Collins could have done a better job familiarizing himself with some of the terms and words prior to reading it aloud. It was obvious at times that he had no military or tactical experience by the way he pronounced certain words.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

All of it, but particulalry the portion of the story about Operation Anaconda in 2002. It had a special place in my heart because my flight crew and I, had the honor of carrying back 8 of the hero's that were killed on that mountain.

Any additional comments?

Excellent book! Excellent Author! I'm glad Marcus took the time to share his experiences.

fantastic!

Any additional comments?

great way to understand how our hero's think and feel about what they do for us