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Fierce, gritty, and raw. The Bravest takes readers on a journey through an aspect of the human experience that very few will ever have the chance to witness. The Bravest is a behind-the-scenes expose and collection of short stories, chronicling the author's 20-plus-year career as a big-city firefighter. The narrative arc spans the new recruit with high hopes and dreams, his conflicts with trauma and corruption, the redemption discovered after dealing with significant tragedy, and a line-of-duty disability that earns him a brief stint in the psych ward. There seems to be this taboo that we can't mess with the parade-waving, cat-stuck-in-a-tree rescuing, handlebar mustache wearing, machismo drenched image of a firefighter. This book breaks rank. Sitting atop the fence row that is the fire service, with one leg hanging over the side of acceptable public servitude, the other dangling precariously into conduct unbecoming, and the ridgeline fitting squarely up the author's backside, it's a wakeup call for those considering the profession. It's a microcosm of the US Fire Service as a whole and the wild and crazy emotional roller coaster first responders ride every time they put on the uniform. Between emergency calls, the book dives into subject matters like porn and sex, firehouse cuisine, murder, LGBTQ issues, racism, nepotism, police brutality, medicinal cannabis, suicide, mental health, and many more topics facing us all today. Part thriller, horror, memoir, comedy, cookbook, historical, and how-to book; The Bravest smashes genre stereotypes, crosses traditional boundaries, and provides readers with an entertaining and captivating ride. The Bravest is brash, real, and unapologetic. Maybe you'll find that offensive, or maybe it'll be refreshing. We'll see.

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Required reading for all firefighters, anyone who knows a firefighter, or has an interest in the profession. - Chuck N. Real talk from someone who's lived the life. - Jack M. Spellbinding. I laughed, I cried. All the emotions! Remember to breathe! - Kay L. Finally, someone was brave enough to tell the whole story about what our first responders are going through - Tom J. I couldn't put it down. Gives an incredible inside look at what goes on behind closed doors, when the public isn't watching. An absolute must read! - Casey W. This book will pull you in, take hold and not let go until you reach the final page. Humorous, gritty, and gut wrenching series of events that will make you rethink the nature of our existence and community structure - Allyson L. A riveting tale that made me laugh, cringe, appalled and left heartbroken at the pressures placed on our fire and rescue teams. - Jaime M.

Required reading for all firefighters, anyone who knows a firefighter, or has an interest in the profession. - Chuck N. Real talk from someone who's lived the life. - Jack M. Spellbinding. I laughed, I cried. All the emotions! Remember to breathe! - Kay L. Finally, someone was brave enough to tell the whole story about what our first responders are going through - Tom J. I couldn't put it down. Gives an incredible inside look at what goes on behind closed doors, when the public isn't watching. An absolute must read! - Casey W. This book will pull you in, take hold and not let go until you reach the final page. Humorous, gritty, and gut wrenching series of events that will make you rethink the nature of our existence and community structure - Allyson L. A riveting tale that made me laugh, cringe, appalled and left heartbroken at the pressures placed on our fire and rescue teams. - Jaime M.

Author Information

Bradley Lilly is the debut author of The Bravest - A Fireman's Tale. He's served for over 20 years as a career Firefighter/EMT. He's a husband, father, author, football coach, entrepreneur, public speaker and perpetual B.A.D. Original.

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