All Secure: A Special Operations Soldier’s Memoir of War and PTSD
Special Operations Soldier Memoir PTSD: All Secure is Tom Satterly’s account of his years as a Delta Force senior non-commissioned officer and his struggle with post-traumatic stress. It combines combat experiences with the impact of war on life at home and his later effort to support fellow veterans.
At a glance
- A first-person account of Satterly’s military career and experiences in Delta Force.
- Covers combat, loss, survivor’s guilt, depression, substance abuse and post-traumatic stress.
- Also describes his effort with his wife to support veterans struggling after service.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Pairs a combat memoir with discussion of the psychological effects of war and returning home.
- The 320-page print edition is identified as illustrated.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Center Street |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 28 Nov. 2019 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 320 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1546076573 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1546076575 |
| Weight listed | 550 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 16.26 x 3.56 x 23.88 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in first-person military memoirs and special operations.
- Readers seeking an account that addresses post-traumatic stress and the transition to life after combat.
Less suited to
- Readers who prefer a military narrative without sustained discussion of trauma, depression or substance abuse.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as engaging and well written, with readers appreciating its candid account of a Tier 1 warfighter’s experiences and its treatment of post-traumatic stress. This matches the listing’s focus on combat and the psychological challenges of returning home, though aggregate ratings cannot establish whether every reader will find the subject matter or style suitable.
Positive themes
- Readers describe the writing as engaging and the story as gripping.
- Feedback praises the candid perspective on military experience and post-traumatic stress.
- Some readers say the account helps them relate to the horrors of war.
Frequently asked questions
What is All Secure about?
It recounts Tom Satterly’s experiences as a Delta Force senior non-commissioned officer and his struggle with post-traumatic stress, alongside his efforts to support other veterans.
How long is this edition?
The listing gives a print length of 320 pages.
Does the book discuss life after military service?
Yes. The listing describes his difficulties at home and his efforts to help combat veterans adjust after returning.
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