The Restless Wave

Good Times, Just Causes, Great Fights, and Other Appreciations

By: John McCain, Mark Salter

Narrated by: John McCain, Beau Bridges

Length: 14 hrs and 15 mins

Publisher's summary

A candid new political memoir from Senator John McCain - his most personal book in years - covering everything from 2008 up to the present.

In a time when Washington, DC and the country are more polarized than they have been for decades, John McCain is the rare public figure who has earned the respect of people on both sides of the aisle. He is a model for bipartisanship and political integrity. In his 40 years in politics, McCain has never been afraid to buck trends or ruffle a few feathers. His words are more important today than ever.

The Restless Wave begins in 2008, with McCain's presidential campaign, and then follows the senator during his time as a senior Republican lawmaker through the Obama administration, when the country was tested at home and abroad. McCain shares his experiences during the divisive 2016 election and his no-holds-barred opinions on the current developments coming out of Washington. He also discusses the vital challenges from abroad: Russia, NATO, the campaign to defeat ISIS, and our ongoing operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, among others. Candid, pragmatic, and always fascinating, John McCain holds nothing back in his latest memoir.

©2018 John McCain, Mark Salter (P)2018 Simon & Schuster Audio

John McCain is my personal hero

After listening to this book I can truly say that if there were more men like him in our government, there would be no problems anywhere. He is a true patriot and a man of unquestionable honor. As a navy brat myself I can understand how the moving when you're a kid every 2-3 years may seem bad at the time but it also gives you a better acceptance of people. A true hero and a true politician, unlike what we have in office now. And he's still fighting, fighting for his life and us till the end. I seriously recommend this book to anyone who thinks there are no more American hero's. He's right here.

Inspirational

Senator McCain is an inspiration to all of us and a hero. He is a man that'll make you appreciate what America stands for in the world. Why it's important what we do. I feel enlightened. It made me want to serve our nation.

Inspired

A great story by a great American. It was a pleasure to learn more about his life and some of his decisions in Congress - many of which I disagreed with over the years. But his intentions were pure and we were lucky to have him serve as a member of congress. Thank you again for your service Senator.

A salute to a great man.

One would hope that as many people as possible would read this book and take its lessons to heart.
Who would've thought that the senator with the perceived, hot-headed reputation would be our greatest voice for diplomacy and bipartisanship.
Thank you sir for ALL of your loyal service.

July 4th was the perfect day to finish this book

There were times, listening to this book, that I wanted to cheer and to grab a flag and wave it! In these days, that is not a thing I've wanted to do much, but John McCain reminded me of who we are, who we aspire to be, and who and what we stand for. Politically, I've disagreed with McCain a whole bunch of times, and I don't agree with some of the things he says here, but he taught me much about the history I thought I knew and remembered; he taught me about and paid beautiful tribute to some of the courageous warriors for and defenders of human rights that he has known around the world; and he made a strong, passionate, and proud statement for the essential qualities of the country that he has served his whole life.

To tell you the truth, once I'd gotten past the intro, read by McCain, I was a reluctant reader for a while, not thrilled by Beau Bridges voice, nor with what figured he was going to say with each new chapter; and I thought that maybe I'd just skip this one and move to the next. But, I'd stick with it, and eventually, I noted that at the end of each chapter, I was pretty glad that I'd listened; finally I noted that I was feeling pretty stirred, and I looked forward to each new chapter opening. And, sometime along the way, I found myself wondering why McCain wasn't pronouncing some of the the international names with the fluidity I'd expect from a man who'd been so close with the characters, then I'd remember that I wasn't actually listening to McCain's voice, no matter how much it seemed so - Bridges voice had become such a very good conduit for McCain's words. And then, at some point in the book, I found that I was giving unsolicited testimony to family members and others about how very good this book was.

I wish this proud and passionate patriot who has served his country his whole life, well.

Pride

Such respect for this man who knew who he was, embraced his mission in life and taught us all the value of debating and working together for the greater good.

He will never be forgotten

Great book and narrator. A must read book written by a true, American hero. We have lost the last lion left in the Senate and this book is the final straight talk.

McCain only read 2 chapters. Still great listen

I was surprised I git used to the narrator who I think souns almost like McCain

Touching story from a true patriot

Some touching worldly & domestic positions from this true American patriot. It is clear Senator McCain loves his country. His breadth of dealings with foreign governments is with deep understanding

A true patriot

I learned so much from this book. We need more strong people like John McCain!!