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Anonymous
Posted May 19, 2007
A cop other cop's should model themselves after!
This book was loaned to me by a friend and sat on a shelf for awhile. I finished another book and decided to pick it up and read it. I couldn't put it down! Every spare minute was spent reading this book. Bernie Kerik is someone that all cops should model themselves after. This book was well written and a true insight into 9/11 upclose. Well worth the read. I went out and bought it.
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Anonymous
Posted December 27, 2005
Amazing work!
This book is brilliant. I couldn't put it down and have recommended it to everyone I know. There are some life lessons to be learned from this book no matter what career path you choose. The drive and morals behind Kerik are incredible. I live in one of the drug infested neighborhoods mentioned in the book! Working at the NYPD is a very respectable job and it was nice to get some insight on how things really go down. Great job!
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Anonymous
Posted January 26, 2003
Absolutely, totally and completely
Thank you for sharing your story; it helped me hold on when my life was literally being threatened because I knew a cop had been murdered and the truth covered up and tried for years to get it properly investigated. As a young child, the parent of one of my closest friends was a cop; like you, my home life was virtually non-existant and abusive. He was a strong, honest, decent human being who loved me simply because I existed, and he taught me by his example. That is what I grew up with, and what I expect. "They" were corrupt cops, and chose the wrong woman to target with that secret. I believe it is finally being investigated. You reminded me with your words that common decency still exists, that honest men and woman live, and that I can find justice for those who can't seek it for themselves. Ironically, the case has a link to NYPD from 1996. Your family and friends are extremely lucky to have you in their life.
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Anonymous
Posted January 26, 2003
Absolutely, totally and completely
A terrific job; your story helped me hold on when a personal situation literally threatened my life. As a child, a man like you loved me simply because I existed and it shaped my life forever. Your family and friends are extremely lucky to have you in their life, with the courage to continue during a tragic situation.
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Anonymous
Posted September 15, 2002
Fantastic
One of the best books I've ever read!
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Anonymous
Posted October 2, 2002
"BOOK OF THE YEAR!! IT SHOULD BE ON EVERY TOP TEN LIST"
BERNARD KERIK is an INSPIRATION for every American! A remarkable true life story about a BOY who becomes a MAN in spite of dropping out of school and coming from a broken home in one of the roughest neighborhood in the country! He should have ended up on the WRONG side of the LAW but instead becomes the POLICE COMMISSIONER of the largest police force in the world..he must have had NINE LIVES to make it through everything he did..Once you start reading this book you will not be able to put it down! There are many more great books left about his life and achievements...I hope he follows up with more of them!!! There is a great MAJOR MOVIE and a TV SERIES from this book alone..I would love to see them made! I am just glad Kerik is on the right side of the LAW or we would have been in BIG TROUBLE...Thank you MAYOR GIULIANI for having the COURAGE and INSIGHT to make KERIK your Police Commissioner of New York City!!
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Anonymous
Posted November 2, 2002
This Man Should Be In Charge of I.N.S./Border Patrol
Bernard Kerik has been successful throughout his career as a soldier,terrorist expert,martial arts expert, police officer,and leader. The Bush Administration should name Bernard Kerik to head the Immigration/Border Patrol Service with a mandate to "make it work". He certainly did a fantastic job with Rikers Island Prison System and Police Commissioner of New York City. He knows how to get things done. His experience in fight drug traffic and terrorism makes him a perfect fit.
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Anonymous
Posted September 30, 2002
An inspiring comeback story
This is the best biography that I've read in years. It's inspiring and exciting. This book captures the incredible journey of a high school dropout turned hero - ending up in charge of the 55,000 person NY police force. I've recommended it to everyone I know.
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Anonymous
Posted August 27, 2002
I loved it
I got this book at a garage sale for 10 cents so i wasn't expecting it to be exciting. I started reading and within 2 hours i had finished the book and i hate to read. It made me realize that I could do anything I wanted to as long as i put my mind to it. Its a great book and the pictures at the end make those of us who don't live in new york see what really happened on sept 11th.
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Anonymous
Posted October 5, 2002
Interesting, intriguing, hard to put down
Seeing the quiet man I saw on TV on the cover is what first caught my eye, as well as the criminal justice point of view. The twist was his background and the stories of his family. I was touched because I grew up in a similar family situation, and one of my brothers was in the military and law enforcement, but ironically killed by a drunk driver while off duty. He was one of the heroes in my life. My family received a letter of condolences from the county board of supervisors where my brother worked, stating that they convened the session in his memory. He was young, hard working and had gone far for a man his age. I think he could have gone as far as Mr. Kerik, and I'm sure he would have been on one of Mr. Kerik's teams had they ever crossed paths. I definitely felt a bond with Mr. Kerik and also enjoyed the stories of the streets of NY. I definitely appreciate the accomplishment of lowering crime in the city, since I am there on a regular basis! It is also nice to see that a son who lived with and has a genetic predisposition to addiction and abuse broke the cycle, as I have done in my family. Definitely hard to put down and there are a few people I know that I am giving this book to who need to 'get over it' and try harder to make their lives what they want instead of expecting the world to hand everything to them!!
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Anonymous
Posted June 2, 2002
A great book about a great man
I read this book in one sitting. I couldn't put it down but when I did there were 3 words I couldn't get out of my head. KERIK FOR PRESIDENT
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Anonymous
Posted April 16, 2002
NEXT MAYOR OF NEW YORK?
Well, he's done everything else - why not a political career? It would be hard to find a New Yorker who wouldn't support him! Also, I'd put his experience up against the 'never-worked-in-her-life' carpetbagger with the Harvard degree ANY DAY!
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Anonymous
Posted January 25, 2002
dont miss this book!
outstanding book. I could not put it down. B.Kerik had an amazing life. his work is inspiring, I only wish we had more people around like him.
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Anonymous
Posted January 25, 2002
Outstanding
If you are looking at reading an excellent book this is the one. I have never read such an exciting book. It is a must to read. I could not put it down, I was totaly entrigue from cover to cover.
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Anonymous
Posted February 13, 2002
Lost Son: A Life in Pursuit of Justice
I am so impressed. A high school drop out who rose to the ranks...and become one of New York's FINEST, BOLDEST and not only BRAVE...So COURAGEOUS that the author came out so honest, straightforward and everthing that is expected of a civil servant. I was on a flight to Europe; I did not watch the movies that were offered in First Class. You can't put this book down and while reading it, I feel myself being there, too. I have never felt such affinity for someone in Law Enforcement since the death of my little brother who was also a Police Officer (although, he had a degree in Criminology) and died in the line of duty; doing what he believes in. Now I have a better understanding why my brother was enamored by law enforcement. Certainly, it wasn't for the money, but for the love of human beings and the need to make a difference and give integrity to a profession so profound in its character. Thank you, Mr. Kerik.
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Anonymous
Posted February 13, 2002
Lost Son: A Life in Pursuit of Justice
What a life, what a courage and what a guy....Mr Kerik, you are one beautiful person with a beautiful soul and a beautiful mind. Your book and the book on John Forbes Nash are such an inspiration. Before this book, I've always read for pleasure and to pass the time....but with these two books, I read for the belief that knowledge and power can be achieved and attained from a person's inner conviction. Your book is so powerful...so honest...so courageous and not an ounce of pity was felt but a warm wholehearted acceptance of this author's portrayal of a youth lost and found himself through his desire and belief for justice and the perseverance to make a difference.
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Anonymous
Posted January 16, 2002
KERIK IS AN INSPIRATION
This book was great. I was so inspired by a man who didn't graduate high school to rise to the ranks that he did. He made us better understand the hard work that the NYPD performs every day.
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Anonymous
Posted December 19, 2001
Anyone Can Achieve
Bernard Kerik's life is a remarkable journey and truly demonstrates how you can achieve your goals with a simple belief in yourself and the courage to overcome the adversity of your past. This 'Lost Son's' search for the truth and his place in life is one I will carry with me forever. In a matter of days New York City will be losing not only a great Mayor but perhaps its greatest Police Commissioner ever. Bravo Mr. Kerik for a job well done! I hope I'm able to read about more of your achievements in the future.
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Anonymous
Posted December 2, 2001
A MUST READ!!!!
This book is a very good book for any one who thinks ' I CAN'T' yes you can and Mr. Kerik you did IT!!! It takes you on such a ride my book was smeared with tears, I await the next installment of your life Mr. Kerik.
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Anonymous
Posted January 2, 2002
Bernard Kerik, Whatta Guy!!
This book is awesome. I never knew anything about his background, I am only half finished reading the book and am totally engrossed in it. He's an unbelievable man and tells it like it is. His story is heartbreaking and interesting, and incredible all at the same time. Don't miss it!!
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