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The Crossroad

By: Mark Donaldson
Narrated by: David Tredinnick
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On 2 September ,2008, in a valley in eastern Afghanistan, Trooper Mark Donaldson made a split-second decision that would change his life.

His display of extraordinary courage that day saw him awarded the Victoria Cross for Australia, making him the first Australian to receive our highest award for bravery in wartime since Keith Payne in 1969.Yet Mark's journey to those crucial moments in Afghanistan was almost as exceptional as the acts that led to his VC. He was a rebellious child and teenager, even before the death of his father - a Vietnam veteran - when Mark and his brother were in their mid-teens. A few years later, their mother disappeared, presumed murdered. Her body has never been found.

Mark's decisions could have easily led him down another path, to a life of self-destructiveness and petty crime. But he chose a different road: the army. It proved to be his salvation and he found himself a natural soldier, progressing unerringly to the SAS, the peak of the Australian military.

From his turbulent early years to the stark realities of combat in the mountains and valleys of Afghanistan, Mark's book is the frank and compelling story of a man who turned his life around by sheer determination and strength of mind.

©2013 Mark Donaldson (P)2014 Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Suspense Thriller & Suspense Funny Solider
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Loved every minute and did not tune out at any stage. Have listened to this twice and could easily do it a third time.

Brilliant

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One of the best I have heard of a great man and great men doing our country proud

Great story

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What a story!
I own the book and the audio too, totally worth it!

What an Aussie!

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True account no bullshit just facts. thoroughly recommend. Well narrared Thankyou for your service.

no brag just fact

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Awesome story, pity the narrators voice doesn't fit in with the action. Old mate sounds like the guy that warns you to hold the handrail while on the travellator at the airport...

Inspiring

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Do yourself a favour. What a tragic and brilliant story of life in the SF

Easily the best audio book I’ve listened to!

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If you are interested in the SASR, the Army or special forces, this is the book for you, amazing life story and incredible recount of military culture.

Awesome

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I think anyone who experience this book will find some familiar stories in here. yet so so many Alien one as well. amazing.
it was great to hear some of the behind the scenes actions of our military. thanks. I've learnt alot about alot listening to this one.

a great story from behind the scenes.

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Inspired by this epic story of human development and triumph for good over evil. From. A young rudderless man Mark Donaldson shows that hard having a dream and passion to be the best you can at something you set your mind to can truly change you life. I think this is a wonderful read and highly recommend.

Inspired by this epic story of human development

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I loved this book from the first chapter and have read/listened 5+ times!

Awesome read and a true Aussie hero

Favourite book of all time

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