One part of the story of that horrible day.
938741
As the brother of a New York City firefighter, I felt is was my obligation to read this book. It is a moving tribute to the survivors as well as the deceased. Please read it to understand the quality of the men who were lost and the hope that I still have because of the strength of character of those who survived.

Have your teens read the book to understand that a person is defined by their strength of character, their commitment and integrity, and not by the money they earn.

This book is about the members of the FDNY and some on the NYPD and their experiences of this monumentally tragic day. The book isn't intended to be an all-encompassing journal that recounts the thousands of stories and the experiences of the civilians who experienced first hand those events. If you expect it to be that, then you will be disappointed. If you are looking for a book that focuses on the impact of the rescue workers, with a glimpse of the brotherhood that is the FDNY, then this well written, relatively quick read is perfect.
2928958
This is history that we cannot ignore. The fact that it happened in my own life time is incredible. We think of ourselves as caring and humane people but we find out this was not always so. The Jewish people have suffered greatly. That sorrows me and it is something none of us should forget. I thank God that there are those survivors who can tell their story.
2481893
This 21st century gathering at the scene of The Holocaust is troubling.  It's a good story, that sort of jerks the reader through the flashback visions and dreams of the horror that occurred at the death camp scene.  It will snap you out of your pretend reality, if only for a few days.  I wanted more pages from the writer.
389756
Unfortunately, a very sad but true story about the system and mental illness. Dont read it if you are wanting to remain in an upbeat kind of mood for the time you are reading it! Otherwise, it is worth the read, especially to get a better understanding of the "why" bad things happen.
4487016
Although I am sad to realize this is happening anywhere, it is distressing to know it continues here in America. May God bless anyone who endures this pain, and I would encourage them to tell their unique story. Perhaps we should feel less secure in our own "safety" zones, support those individuals in need, and put an end to this abuse forever.
1044834
An excellent recount of the events that happened that day. The government, weather service and towns should pay attention to the lessons brought out in this book.
4139427
Well told.  Very thorough depiction of such a tragic story.  Unfortunate that true stories like this happen,  it's just awful when it's so close to home.
715136
The story revealed many of the hardships and heartaches of war.  The struggle to keep up spirits in the face of disturbing events and news of the war. The lack of communication during that time of history made daily li inf so much harder as the members tried to hear news of their loved ones fighting in the war. It was also terrifying to the rest of the citizens left at home with their women and children in constant fear of bombs being dropped on them as they slept. The reader shared their concerns and their courage as they coped with all of these happenings with their faith in God.
860409
I haven't read many Holocost (sp?) Story, I lived in fear for this woman.  I can't imagine living during that time.  I'm a World War II baby and as a young child I had nightmares from just radio reports.
4073751
A well written story that captures the best and the worst of human nature in the wake of a devastating natural disaster..
3466483
In this day and age, this was a frightening story ...... but something to consider.  A story for our times.
4915399
Sadly things like this STILL continue to happen more than those who have not been abused want to believe.  Victimizing the victim further is all too common as well.  A horrific story, there is a Hugh continuum of abuse that goes on.  The toll is staggering, though we still succeed in many ways, the memories haunt you forever.  God bless this survivor and all others
2384902
I am from Memphis and remember how painful it was to listen to the news reports while this event was taking place. I thought the style of the book was very good for me to read. The perspective from the different people involved was interesting. There were a lot of details that weren't released at the time of the event. It shed more light on what happened during that 30 hours. I can understand how each group of people involved could have the feelings they had but I don't understand how people of any race could condone what happened to the police officers. They were assaulted first. I am sorry for the loss of all the people's lives on both sides. I feel that the time given to surrender was ample, therefore the police had to do something. The whole neighborhood was being affected by the incident. I hope the police department learned valuable lessons on how to negotiate with mentally ill people and officers have learned not to put themselves in imminent danger entering places full of people that could be unpredictable. And to those who participated in the whole thing, when you know what the laws are and you break them, be prepared to suffer the consequences. The grammar at times was not correct, but was still an easy and quick read. Hope something like this never happens again anywhere!
2899536
A very detailed description of what happened that day. It's a strange story, but it fascinated me fro beginning to end.
4468227
This is a story that goes back to the pre-civil rights era of the early 1950's.  Thurgood Marshall was a young lawyer working for the NAACP.  While he lived in New England, most of his cases were in the deep south, and particularly Florida.  It recalls all the horrible things that black people endured post civil war until civil rights were established and enforced.  You are drawn through all the horror of lynching, race baiting, and discrimination at its worst.  You are reminded of a time when blacks could not check into a motel, use a drinking fountain or a restroom unless is was specifically designated for blacks only.  Those were horrible times and as a northern white woman I did no know those things existed until my mother and I traveled to the deep south about 1953.  We were shocked to see signs that said whites only, or blacks only.  We did not know about those things and TV news  was in its infancy and the media was not telling us about it.  This book will walk you through the heroic efforts of the NAACP and others like Thurgood Marshall in bringing equality to the black population.  While it's often shocking, it is a good read and a walk through some of our more shameful history.
2563054
another personal story of those engulfed in the Holocaust
4424764
A sad episode in our nation's history. Thanks to Jim Frederick for giving one family "the rest of the story".