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Serviceman J

The Untold Story of an NZSAS Soldier

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Serviceman J

By: Jamie Pennell
Narrated by: Michael Whalley
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A gripping memoir by a former NZSAS commander on serving in Afghanistan over four deployments and operating at the edge of his limits

In 2011, following the Taliban siege on Kabul's Intercontinental Hotel, an SAS soldier identified only as Serviceman J was awarded New Zealand's second highest military honor by showing outstanding gallantry in the face of danger. After eighteen years in the New Zealand SAS, ex-commander Jamie Pennell is now ready to tell his story.

Having survived the famously tough SAS selection course and excelled during its brutal training, Jamie was sent on four deployments to Afghanistan and played a critical role in New Zealand's operations. From patrols across desert territories run by warlords to hostile fire and near-death combat, Serviceman J is a heart-stopping account of life inside one of the world's most elite military forces.

©2024 Jamie Pennell (P)2024 HarperCollins Publishers Afghan & Iraq Wars Military Military & War Heartfelt
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This is an honest account showing bravery not only through his actions in combat but through his ownership of his actions and life afterwards.

It takes a lot to look within and change oneself and it takes a lot more to share that with others in full transparency.

10/10

Bravery

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Whilst listening I felt involved and connected in the story, I learnt a lot of coping mechanisms that I hope I can relate to my own life ,very glad I bought the book .

Honesty

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Very inspiring of one man’s desire to be the best he can be and acknowledging his combat experiences and journey to change his circumstances to be a normal husband, father and loyal friend.

The true nature of life during and after combat.

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What a brilliant book. What a brilliant life lead in Service and courage. The narrator did a fine job as well.

Service and courage

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This book was such a great listen from a true humble hero whom has given so much to N Z and other countries and shows how to get through life with our own mental challengers

Amazing story from a true hero.

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This Auther gave a very candid onsite of his life both in and after the SAS. A must read for both special operation soldiers and others

Very candid story of a great soldier

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Incredible story about an NZSAS soldier who continously plunges himself through excruciating physical trials and tribulations, to serve in the country's best elite forces all in the pursuit of peace and justice. 10/10

These people acctually exist

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A great insight to the life of an extraordinary man. I didn’t want it to end!! Thank you for your service sir.

Ngati Tumatauenga!

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The selection/cycle process was intriguing along with the Afghanistan deployment. A really great read for anyone who wants to join the NZSAS.

Excellent look inside a tier 1 SF unit.

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Great book and great narration. Great to hear from nz front lines. Expressed in a way that doesn’t mix politics with the real world experience

Real

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