Warrior'S Creed
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
The riveting story of how a young boy's upbringing with outlaw culture and charismatic role models forged him into an elite Marine and a decorated Pararescueman.
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Don Rearden's writing is deeply rooted in his upbringing on the Alaskan tundra and the Yup'ik culture that shaped his worldview. His narratives often return to characters and stories from this remote landscape, aiming to illuminate the everyday struggles of life in rural Alaska, a place often perceived as mystical. A produced screenwriter and poet, Rearden's distinctive voice is influenced by the Alaskan wilderness and the teachings of his mentor, Daniel Quinn. His work is known for its compelling, suspenseful endings that leave a lasting impression.
Never Quit
From Alaskan Wilderness Rescues to Afghanistan Firefights as an Elite Special Ops PJ
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Now in paperback, this epic memoir chronicles the life of an Alaskan pararescue jumper, Special Forces Operator, and decorated war hero. The mantra "That Others May Live" embodies the fearless spirit of Alaska's 212th Pararescue Unit, known as the PJs, who are among the most elite military forces globally. They undertake perilous rescues in the Alaskan wilderness and save wounded soldiers in intense combat situations. This true story follows Jimmy Settle, who transitioned from an Alaskan shoe store clerk to a Special Forces Operator. After sustaining a gunshot wound to the head during a high-stakes operation in Afghanistan's Watapur Valley, he returns to the battlefield with bullet fragments still in his skull. In a harrowing mix of a suicide rescue mission and a mountain battle, Jimmy and his team face a fierce firefight. When their helicopter is hit and starts leaking fuel, he finds himself in a dire situation, forced to leave teammates behind. Determined to rescue his brothers, Jimmy risks everything to rejoin the fight. This explosive memoir captures his journey from humble beginnings to becoming an American hero, filled with death-defying training, daring rescues, and fierce battles against the Taliban and Al Qaeda.