Amazon.com: Customer reviews: Fearless: The Undaunted Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice of Navy SEAL Team SIX Operator Adam Brown

Top positive review

a very engaging book about a true hero

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 23, 2019

Funny thing: at first I did not like this book, finding Aaron Brown's drug addiction not that appealing. But I kept reading and after 50 pages could not put it down. Here is a man who battled his own demons for years, but yet managed to train himself to become a Navy SEAL which only around .01 percent of males could do. And yet he did it despite overcoming all manner of serious injuries: broken arms, legs, fingers, even losing an eye (an eye!) in a training accident and yet he managed to become a sniper despite these severe handicaps. And as anyone who has read either Chris Kyle or Brandon Webb, there is no more challenging calling in our armed forces that becoming a Navy SEAL sniper requiring not only unreal physical and mental stamina but also tremendous intellectual capacity as well. And Aaron Brown was one of those rare men-who also wore BatMan underwear into battle! How cool is that? He was also a devoted father to his children and a great husband to his wife, who is also one of the heroines of our time

He died doing what he most loved-saving his brother soldiers-and America is the luckier for having troopers such as Aaron Brown in their midst. Get this book and read it!

47 people found this helpful

Top critical review

All critical reviews›

Nate

Adam is a hero, the author not so much

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on July 18, 2022

I enjoyed the story of Adam, and learning how much he overcame was incredible. However the book was written very poorly, it is dry and flavorless. They talk about how great Adam was but the stories of him are written in a way that are just not interesting to read about. Plus the constant need to talk about the family’s relationship with god felt like they were trying to convert me to their religion.

I REALLY liked American Sniper, and for some reason expected this book to be writing in a captivating interesting way like that one was, however I was disappointed. 5 stars for Adam himself and 0 stars to the actual book.

Sort by

Filter by

Filtered by

5 starClear filter

5,559 total ratings, 3,525 with reviews

There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.

From the United States

Dan

Teams and Heroes

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 1, 2022

Verified Purchase

This is a great story about how teams work together to perform and achieve at higher levels than an individual can. Adam could not be who he became without his wife. She deserves a Silver Star for putting Adam on track. With Adam on track, he was able to raise the performance level of other team members by example, humility, or competition.

Helpful

Great Book

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 21, 2022

Verified Purchase

Very well written book about a true hero.
This is a great story about perseverance, faith, family and overcoming personal challenges.

Helpful

Tom Weikert

We Must Never Forget.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 4, 2017

Verified Purchase

There are many books available today about uncommon warriors fighting the global war on terrorism and, given that we remain in the long war against violent Islamic extremists, there are likely to be many more. Adam Brown, a son of the South from rural Arkansas, was a warrior on another level altogether, and we should thank Eric Blehm, the author of Fearless: The Undaunted Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice of Navy SEAL Team SIX Operator Adam Brown, for shining a bright but even-handed light on not only a remarkable warrior, but an extraordinary human being.

Fearless is absolutely worth the read.

Blehm adeptly brings to life a complex, flawed Adam Brown, indeed, a gentle soul battling insatiable demons. An all-too-common story, after graduating from high school and struggling to find himself, Adam instead finds an unrelenting crack cocaine addiction. Finally sick and tired of being sick and tired and facing the downward spiral of life as an addict, Adam gives his life to Christ. And on his way out of this vortex of despair, he hears the call to serve and not as a minister or missionary, but as a U.S. Navy SEAL! With the blessing of his beautiful and loving wife, Kelley, his second strongest supporter, Adam enters SEAL training at age 25, the oldest of 145 students to begin phase I of his Basic Underwater Demolitions / SEAL (BUD/S) class.

BUD/S proves only a speed bump for Adam as he overcomes one obstacle after another along his newfound path to success in the Navy. Those challenges prove easily surmounted with his faith in God and what can only be described as ‘otherworldly’ mental toughness, strength and endurance. Despite suffering multiple injuries in training and on deployments, the right-handed (and right-eye-dominant) Adam seems to grow even stronger. Undaunted and, well, fearless, he seeks ever greater challenges, eventually volunteering for U.S. Naval Special Warfare Development Group (NSWDG), or DEVGRU (SEAL Team Six), the elite and highly secretive counterterrorism unit.

Hobbled by his injuries, but as determined as ever, a now one-eyed (left eye) and left-hand-shooting Adam makes it through the grueling DEVGRU selection process and then deploys into the fight as a Tier One operator. Pursuing the worst of hardened Taliban fighters on what would be his final mission, he and his teammates find their adversary holed up in a compound in the Pech River Valley in eastern Afghanistan, inarguably the most dangerous corner of the most dangerous country on earth. Adam characteristically volunteers to move to the very tip of the spear and is killed almost instantly in a hail of gunfire.

Another American warrior felled by an insurgent’s bullet.

To simply view Adam’s death as that of another intrepid special operator killed in action, though, is to ignore so much of what made this man special. His Christian faith and his devotion to his family truly set him apart. And he refused to include the word ‘can’t’ in his lexicon, even studying for an undergraduate degree into the wee hours of the morning before going to work as a SEAL, and then aspiring to one day attend Harvard Business School!

When he was home, Adam was always 'there' for his wife and children but, being the committed SEAL he was, he wanted to be 'there' for his teammates. On that direct action raid, deep in the Hindu Kush mountains, on March 17, 2011, Adam demonstrated the extent of that commitment. In a selfless act, he diverted the fire being directed at his teammates towards himself and, as a result, died fighting for his last breath.

He laid down his life for his friends.

Synthesizing research and interviews into a deeply engaging story while treating us to an insider's view of the SEAL Team Six brotherhood, Eric Blehm deserves much praise. But it is God who ultimately deserves the credit for allowing us to bear witness to Adam Brown, to see him model his faith, and to be inspired by him. Yes, an angel walking the earth in human flesh and readily exposing those flaws that made him human, but always, always striving to overcome them to be the man God wanted him to be. Finally, in an age when we are starved for real heroes to look up to, Adam Brown comes along and reminds us that we need look no further than those angels among us.

We are only left to eulogize this man who offered us so much. Dead at 36, Chief Special Warfare Operator Adam Lee Brown's legacy lives on in his lovely wife and children… and of course, his SEAL teammates.

Thank you, Eric Blehm.

We must never forget.

One person found this helpful

Helpful

Todd Cowett

Amazing story...amazing book

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 8, 2022

Verified Purchase

Looking for a real life emotional roller coaster....this is it! Read it now

Helpful

Eric Blehm did it again

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 24, 2022

Verified Purchase

To tell the Roy Benevidiz story like it was and focused on the details along with everything is extremely worth it.

Helpful

Chris S.

Tender Warrior

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 24, 2012

Verified Purchase

First and foremost, I'd like to thank the author for sharing with the world his phenominal book about Adam Brown, a true American hero, father, friend, husband, son, uncle and brother to his fellow SEALS. Secondly, THANK YOU, ERIC, for including the comments made by one of the SEAL Team Six operators who was killed last August. He was from my hometown, didn't know him or his remarkable family, attended his funeral service with his brother SEALS, and was humbled by the experience as I knew I was in the presence of greatness. I will never forget it, and was honored to attend his beautiful church service.

I could not wait to receive this book on my Kindle when it was published. This is truly one of the most AMAZING books I have ever read, right up there with LONE SURVIVOR, SEAL OF HONOR and SERVICE. I read this book in a day and a half, I just could not put it down. It is easy reading and will engross you page after page. If there is one book that needs to be read, THIS IS IT. Please read this book and enjoy the life of Adam Brown. Then read the other three above which are on par with this one, each paying tribute to the SEALS mentioned in those books.

Adam Brown was truly a one-of-a-kind man, the type of man who makes you proud to call him your friend. Overcoming his demons with drug addiction and arrest, he finds God and his path in life by joining the United States Navy and after years of hard work and some possibly career-ending injuries, eventually becomes a proud and elite member of SEAL Team Six, the most prestigious Special Warfare group hands down. I'm not going to rehash the story as so many other reviewers did, but I will say that EVERY high school student in the United States should be required to read this book and learn about Adam - the kind of selfless and God fearing man he was, generous to a fault, a true, kind and gentle friend who helped and cared about everyone who he crossed paths with in his short life, one of the best husbands and fathers I have ever read about, and an American hero. If everyone could turn their life around and be just like Adam, the world would be a much better place. I truly wished I had known him. My life would have been so much richer for it.

Adam was a man of God, husband, father, son, US Navy SEAL, friend and HERO to all who knew him, as well as a TENDER WARRIOR. His faith in God never waivered, and carried him through his life. Get to know him too by reading this book about Adam that will leave YOU, the reader, wondering why YOU aren't like Adam Brown. This book is incredibly inspiring, and it just may make you strive to be a much better person like Adam was. Even though the words THANK YOU are so inadequate, I THANK YOU, Adam, for your service, humanity and the kind and humbled person you were. I can't wait to meet you on the other side and shake the hand of the man who gave his life so selflessly for us Americans as well as protecting his fellow SEAL brothers in the heat of battle. Heartfelt gratitude and prayers all around to everyone who contributed to this book, and there are many, but especially to Kelley, who my heart just bleeds for. I will always pray for Kelley, Nathan and Savannah, Adam's entire family, Adam's brother SEALS, those SEALS who went before him as well as after, who made the ultimate sacrifice so I and my family can live freely in the United States of America, the greatest country in the world. I just so wished there were more pages to this book, as I so hated to see it end, but will read it again and pass it on to my 17 year old son to show him how awe-inspiring Adam was. I can only hope, wish and pray that my son turns out to be the kind of man Adam was. Then I know my job as his Mom was well worth it.

THANK YOU, Brown family and United States Navy SEALS (the BEST OF THE BEST!), for sharing your Adam with the world. He will never be forgotten and will be truly missed. GOD BLESS you always for protecting us.

6 people found this helpful

Helpful

Patricia F.

Amazing

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 26, 2022

one off the best

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 6, 2022

Verified Purchase

This is an Amazing story about grit, determination and selfless service. This book brings you into the deepest parts of Adam’s life.

Helpful

TexMedic

Incredible account of a Man’s journey in life

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 14, 2022

Verified Purchase

This gripping and honest account of Adam Brown’s life, of his strengths and weaknesses and how he overcame daunting challenges by faith, love and determination brings joy, tears and respect. A great read

Helpful

Cory J. Quinn

This is what I wrote my sons about this book.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on July 7, 2012

Verified Purchase

To My Sons,

The story of Adam Brown is about learning to love others more than you love yourself. Adam Brown is a Navy SEAL who was killed in Afghanistan while attacking an enemy compound. His story is important because it shows how people can redeem themselves and that being a Christian does not mean you are weak. I've often thought about how to live as a Christian man and how to over come my many short comings. Adam's story demonstrates that faith is for everyone and that when you forget yourself you become Fearless.

"Nothing can take my spirit from me, exclude your spirit, let it shine for all to see." Adam Brown

Adam discovered faith when he was in jail. He had hit rock bottom, living in crack houses and robbing his friends and parents to pay for his crack addiction. With nothing but the clothes on his back and support from family and friends who still supported him Adam turned away from his addiction and put all his trust in Christian faith. Adam learned to trust in the Lord with all his heart and in all his ways acknowledged him. He went to Christian rehab, became a speaker for faith and after having a few setbacks joined the Navy to become a SEAL.

The key lesson Adam learned during this time was that you can overcome many things in life, including injuries and setbacks. Just come back more determined and try harder. This lesson served him well during his career and helped him overcome multiple career ending injuries.

You do what is right every time, not matter what.

As a Christian Adam knew that God is watching us all the time. Knowing this Adam became a Christian warrior. While on deployment in AFG Adam shared his food and give shoes to kids, making a lasting positive impression even on the enemy. He also helped the lower ranking guys with the trash, remember God is watching ALL the time not just when others are watching you. Showing his respect of others no matter what the rank or social standing. He said being a Christian made his life easier as because it gave him a high standard to live by and only gave him the choice to do the right thing.

What did I learn from this book and how will I use it?

I love reading books about great people, and this book was more instructive than most. Adam was a real person with more faults than others. But unlike most people he was able to overcome himself to learn to care for others more than he cared for himself. This made him great. This is why he was a beloved person in his community and how he made a difference. Being a member of the SEALs wasn't he greatest accomplishment. Adam true mission was to show that faith is for the strong and the weak. He was weak when he discovered Christ, but it wasn't until he was strong that he could learn to live the disciplined and joyous life as a Christian. I have used this book a stepping stone in my own journey of faith. I know that Christians aren't weak, they are strong, forceful and Fearless.

Helpful

Need customer service? Click here

‹ See all details for Fearless: The Undaunted Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice of Navy SEAL...

5 star		91%
4 star		6%
3 star		2%
2 star		1%
1 star 0% (0%)		0%

Fearless: The Undaunted Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice of Navy SEAL...

›

Customer reviews

Customer reviews

Fearless: The Undaunted Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice of Navy SEAL Team SIX Operator Adam Brown

Top positive review

Top critical review

Filtered by

There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.

From the United States

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

Fearless: The Undaunted Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice of Navy SEAL... › Customer reviews

Customer reviews

Fearless: The Undaunted Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice of Navy SEAL Team SIX Operator Adam Brown

Top positive review

Top critical review

Filtered by

There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.

From the United States

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

There was a problem loading comments right now. Please try again later.

Fearless: The Undaunted Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice of Navy SEAL...

›

Customer reviews