I was fortunate enough to hear Flo Groberg speak and couldn't wait to get my hands on his book. Amazing man, amazing story, amazing book

This book definitely gets 5 stars from me. It was well-written and I had a hard time putting it down. I have struggled with writing this review, because nothing that I say seems adequate to convey the emotions I felt when reading this book. First of all, Flo Groberg is a hero among heroes - when I read the account of the incident that resulted in him receiving the Congressional Medal of Honor for, I was in awe. This is a man who didn't think twice about his own safety, just that of others and even when he was injured and recovering they were in the forefront of his mind.

The book was narrated in such a way that allows someone unfamiliar with the military and military terms to be able to easily read it (some books are so filled with acronyms that it becomes hard to read). It tells Flo's story from childhood through present day, and several key events that shaped his behavior and leadership style. If you are looking for a book that gives some insight into what our soldiers are going through with their deployments to the Middle East, this one is a good one. If you are looking for a good read about true heroes, this is a great choice.

8 Seconds of Courage is a phenomenal book. I expected to read a story about amazing heroism, and I was not disappointed.

Mike Michelsen