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On December 20, 1943, in the skies above war-torn Europe, an American B-17 pilot and a veteran German fighter ace met in what became one of World War II's most unusual encounters. Two airmen of opposing nations managed to put aside the violence and hatred of armed conflict, when the German ace escorted the severely damaged B-17 to safety. Adam Makos and Larry Alexander tell this little known true story of empathy and kindness between enemy combatants in the midst of one of the bloodiest wars in history and of their continuing friendship.

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A top-notch narrative of the unlikely encounter between one of Germany's leading fighter aces, Franz Stigler, and the rookie crew of an American bomber in the frigid skies of Germany in December 1943...Based on thousands of hours of interviews and an evident knowledge of his subject, Makos details the frantic life of the German fighter pilots living on the edge, and the American bomber crews, far from home, fighting to survive...A riveting story of humanity and mercy set against the ghastly backdrop of war. -- Publishers Weekly <br><br> This book grips you like a movie. It's part Top Gun , part Valkyrie , and more! --Marcus Brotherton, author of the New York Times bestseller, We Who Are Alive and Remain <br><br> It is often said that 'war is hell'--and it is--however, this story reveals how the human spirit can shine in the darkest hours. A Higher Call is an eye-opener. --Colonel Charles McGee, Tuskegee Airman, WWII 'Can good men be found on both sides of a bad war?' The author asks the question and delivers the answer. A powerful, haunting read. --Chuck Tatum, author of Red Blood, Black Sand A Higher Call exemplifies beautifully the brotherhood of warriors, and will forever change how you look at World War II. --Eric Blehm, author of the New York Times bestseller, Fearless: The Undaunted Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice of Navy SEAL Team SIX Operator Adam Brown From the horrors of the most savage war in history emerges this beautiful story of a brotherhood between enemies. Simply told, splendid, and well worth the read. --Joe Galloway, coauthor of the #1 New York Times bestseller, We Were Soldiers, Once...and Young <br>

This book grips you like a movie. It's part Top Gun , part Valkyrie , and more! --Marcus Brotherton, author of the New York Times bestseller, We Who Are Alive and Remain <br><br> It is often said that 'war is hell'--and it is--however, this story reveals how the human spirit can shine in the darkest hours. A Higher Call is an eye-opener. --Colonel Charles McGee, Tuskegee Airman, WWII 'Can good men be found on both sides of a bad war?' The author asks the question and delivers the answer. A powerful, haunting read. --Chuck Tatum, author of Red Blood, Black Sand A Higher Call exemplifies beautifully the brotherhood of warriors, and will forever change how you look at World War II. --Eric Blehm, author of the New York Times bestseller, Fearless: The Undaunted Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice of Navy SEAL Team SIX Operator Adam Brown From the horrors of the most savage war in history emerges this beautiful story of a brotherhood between enemies. Simply told, splendid, and well worth the read. --Joe Galloway, coauthor of the #1 New York Times bestseller, We Were Soldiers, Once...and Young <br>

A remarkable story...worth retelling and celebrating. <i>USA Today</i> Beautifully told. <i> CNN</i> A riveting story of humanity and mercy set against the ghastly backdrop of war. <i> Publishers Weekly</i> Oh, it s a good one! <i> Fox News</i> Deeply felt by its author and deeply affecting to read. <i> The Times</i>, London A truly awe inspiring story of wartime chivalry. <i> Daily Mail</i> Incredible. <i> New York Post</i> Inspiring. <i> Kirkus Reviews</i> From the horrors of the most savage war in history emerges this beautiful story of a brotherhood between enemies. Simply told, splendid, and well worth the read. Joe Galloway, co-author of the #1<i>New York Times </i>bestseller<i>We Were Soldiers Once...and Young</i> This book grips you like a movie. It s part<i>Top Gun</i>, part<i>Valkyrie</i>, and more. Marcus Brotherton, co-author of the<i>New York Times</i>bestseller<i>Tough as They Come</i> It is often said that war is hell and it is however, this story reveals how the human spirit can shine in the darkest hours. Colonel Charles McGee, Tuskegee Airman, WWII <i>A Higher Call</i> exemplifies beautifully the brotherhood of warriors and will forever change how you look at World War II. Eric Blehm, author of the <i>New York Times</i> bestseller, <i>Fearless</i> Can good men be found on both sides of a bad war? The author asks the question and delivers the answer. A powerful, haunting read. Chuck Tatum, author of <i>Red Blood, Black Sand </i>

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Hailed as “a masterful storyteller” by the Associated Press, Adam Makos is the author of the New York Times bestsellers A Higher Call, Spearhead, and Devotion, the subject of the major motion picture. Inspired by his grandfathers’ service, Makos chronicles the stories of American veterans in his trademark fusion of intense human drama and fast-paced military action, securing his place “in the top ranks of military writers,” according to the Los Angeles Times. In the course of his research, Makos has flown a World War II bomber, accompanied a Special Forces raid in Iraq, and journeyed into North Korea in search of an MIA American airman.   Larry Alexander is the author of the New York Times bestselling biography Biggest Brother: The Life of Major Dick Winters, the Man Who Led the Band of Brothers. He is also the author of Shadows in the Jungle: The Alamo Scouts Behind Japanese Lines in World War II and In the Footsteps of the Band of Brothers: A Return to Easy Company’s Battlefields with Sgt. Forrest Guth. Alexander has been a journalist and columnist for the Intelligencer Journal in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, for nearly twenty years and has won numerous state-level awards for excellence in journalism.

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