Ghost: Confessions of a Counterterrorism Agent | Burton, Fred

Ghost: Confessions of a Counterterrorism Agent | Burton, Fred | Counterterrorism school of hard knocks

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Ghost: Confessions...

	Ghost: Confessions of a Counterterrorism Agent Burton, Fred Blackstone Audiobooks, Inc., 2008 - 9 pages average customer review:based on 43 reviews
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highly recommended

For decades, Fred Burton, a key figure in international counterterrorism and domestic spycraft, has secretly been on the front lines of counter terrorism. Now, in this hard-hitting memoir, Burton emerges from the shadows to reveal who he is, what he accomplished, and the threats that only an experienced, world-wise few deal with.

True American Heroes

Very much enjoyed reading this book, no it is not like a Robert Ludlum or John LeCarre novel. It is a true testament to the real American Heroes who tread into dark and dangerous places and situations that most of us would fear to go. What stands out here is the dedication and patriotism of these men and woman, who, though obviously highly skilled and intelligent choose a life of sacrifice and service over money and fame. They seek to protect the rest of us from horrors that we can barely appreciate, while often suffering the criticism from the ill informed. The big payoff if they are killed in the line of duty is an anonymous gold star on a wall at Langley. I would hope more people read this book if only to understand that it is a dangerous world in which we live, and perhaps, if only for a moment, take a break from American Idol and Monday Night Football to appreciate these American public servants.

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Counterterrorism school of hard knocks

Great book and classic story about learning "what you do not know". For those who do not understand what it is like to build a program without any guidance, Fred Burton gives a great insight into his personal school of hard knocks. This book is an in depth look at how the USA developed Counter-terrorism (CT) operations complete with failures and successes. You can feel the emotion, the challenges, and the personal toll it takes on normal people. He also gives some insight into the difference between "serving the country" and "being a politician." Fred is an American hero who stepped up to the plate when his country needed him.

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Spooked by Ghost!

I found this book hard to put down. The pages turned rapidly as I gleaned behind the scenes insights into events to which I had been exposed to via electronic and print media in the past. As I put down the completed book, I experienced two strong feelings: 1. I am very glad that I was able to experience a microscopic view into the activities of people working behind the scenes, with little or no publicity, to protect our nation all hours of all days 2. I am concerned that our intelligence community may still be hindering itself through a lack of cooperation between the various agencies; even with the advent of Homeland Security. I highly recommend this book to all concerned citizens.
As an aside, I wouldn't be at all surprised if this book becomes a successful movie.

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