War Story

Sometimes the Real Fight Starts after the Battle

By: Steven Elliott

Narrated by: Chris Abell

Every soldier has a war story.

Steven Elliott’s opens with the death of American hero Pat Tillman by “friendly fire” in Afghanistan - when Army Ranger Elliott pulled the trigger, believing he and his fellow soldiers were firing on the enemy.

Tormented by remorse and PTSD in the aftermath of Tillman’s death, Elliott descended into the depths of guilt, alcoholism, and depression; lost his marriage and his faith; and struggled to stay alive. The war that began on foreign soil had followed him home.

A must-listen for veterans and their loved ones, War Story is an explosive look at the chaos of war - and the battle for life in its aftermath. It confronts some of life’s biggest questions: Why do we choose to fight for a country or a cause? What happens when the cost of that fight overwhelms and destroys? Can we forgive and be forgiven? How do we find hope? At its core, War Story is a dramatic personal encounter with war and faith, love and tragedy, and ultimate renewal.

©2019 Steven Elliott (P)2019 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Excellent resource

As a little sister to a combat veteran who is currently facing his battle scars 15 years later, I’m holding on to this book for dear life. It gave me hope, it shifted my focus back to our Creator and it gave me insight to the horrors he is facing. Thank you for your honesty and thank you for your service. You’ve given veterans and veterans families hope.

Every should read this book!

Everyone should read this book as we are all impacted by those that have served, whether we know someone personally that served or cross paths with someone. The mental and emotional impact of what service in the military and those that serve in Law Enforcement is heavy and hard to relate to, unless you have served, however this book breaks it down in such a way that all can start to understand. My only regret is not reading this sooner. Thank you to those that serve to keep us safe. May you all find healing from what you have endured.

Relatable

I was captured by the familiar places and feelings. Thank you for sharing your experiences and story. Many of us need to hear your difficult testimony.

Excellent

I really enjoyed this book in spite of the very sober story. I can't imagine what the Rangers and the Tillmans have been through. But I'm thankful that Mr. Elliott found freedom and deliverance through forgiveness and the love of God. I pray that other service members, past and present will find that same freedom.

A must read

This story is encouraging and uplifting! The writer is vulnerable and honest about his struggles as he attempts to reach and identify with the millions of other Len out there that may have similar struggles.