Hold the Line - Michael Fanone & John Shiffman

Hold the Line

By Michael Fanone & John Shiffman

  • Release Date: 2022-10-11
  • Genre: Biographies & Memoirs
Score: 4.5
4.5
From 61 Ratings

Description

From a twenty-year police veteran and former Trump supporter who nearly lost his life during the insurrection of January 6th, this instant New York Times bestseller is also an urgent warning that “offers a stark message for this uncertain moment, making crystal clear the urgency and importance of defending our precious democracy” (Nancy Pelosi).

When Michael Fanone self-deployed to the Capitol on January 6, 2021, he had no idea his life was about to change. When he got to the front of the line, he urged his fellow officers to hold it against the growing crowd of insurrectionists—until he found himself pulled into the mob, tased until he had a heart attack, and viciously beaten with a Blue Lives Matter flag as shouts to kill him rang out.

Now, Fanone is ready to tell the full story of that infamous day, along with exploring our country’s most critical issues as someone who has had firsthand experience with many of them. A self-described redneck who voted for Trump in 2016, Fanone’s closest friend was an informant—a Black, transgender, HIV-positive woman who has helped him mature and rethink his methods as a police officer. With his unique insight as an undercover detective and intense desire to do the right thing no matter the cost, Fanone provides a nuanced look into everything from policing to race to politics in a way that is accessible across all party lines.

Determined to make sure no one forgets what happened at the Capitol on January 6th, Fanone has written a timely and “important” (Kirkus Reviews) call to action for anyone who wants to preserve our democracy for future generations.

Reviews

  • Excellent

    5
    By minnesotadeb
    I was pretty sure Mr. Fanone was going to be forthright and honest about his experiences. I applaud his bravery and willingness to call a spade a spade!
  • Riveting!

    5
    By Rozeldy
    I’m not one to write book reviews, but had to as an American. Thank you for writing this book, Mr. Fanone. Thank you for your service as a true patriot. Our government is in shambles, and Trump is to blame for a majority of the problems, and this clearly spells out the bad actors. Unfortunately, those who need to learn the truth will never read this, because they don’t want the truth.
  • Gritty Account by A Patriot

    5
    By Zoltan Monkey
    I bought the audiobook and found his voice elevated the power of his story. I truly felt his pain when he described returning to the tunnel. It hit me like a ton of bricks again when he brought his daughter to the that same site. I found his backstory to be dynamic and his perspective on policing highly relevant.