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Hold the Line

Written by: Michael Fanone, John Shiffman
Narrated by: Michael Fanone
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An urgent warning about the growing threat to our democracy from a twenty-year police veteran and former diehard Trump supporter who nearly lost his life during the insurrection of January 6th.

When Michael Fanone self-deployed to the Capitol on January 6, 2021, he had no idea his life was about to change. When he got to the front of the line, he urged his fellow officers to hold it against the growing crowd of insurrectionists—until he found himself pulled into the mob, tased until he had a heart attack, and viciously beaten with a Blue Lives Matter flag as shouts to kill him rang out.

Now, Fanone is ready to tell the full story of that fateful day, along with exploring our country’s most critical issues as someone who has had firsthand experience with many of them. A self-described redneck who voted for Trump in 2016, Fanone’s closest friend was an informant—a Black, transgender, HIV-positive woman who has helped him mature and rethink his methods as a police officer. With his unique insight as an undercover detective and intense desire to do the right thing no matter the cost, Fanone provides a nuanced look into everything from policing to race to politics in a way that is accessible across all party lines.

Determined to make sure no one forgets what happened at the Capitol on January 6th, Fanone has written a timely call to action for anyone who wants to preserve our democracy for future generations.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2022 Michael Fanone. All rights reserved. (P)2022 Simon & Schuster, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Listened to it in one sitting.

well written and read. words have so much more authenticity when narrated by the author.

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Best January 6 book!

This book not only provides a inside look at the January 6 insurrection but also a lot of information about the police force in general. Several issues are raised and solutions proposed. If nothing else, this book should be required reading for anyone interested in making changes to police services.

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A true hero

Michael Fanone is a true hero - such a riveting story and excellent narration. Highly recommended read!

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Brilliantly Visceral

This a wonderful recognition of one man's fight for humanity in the face of an ongoing narrow minded expression of rage and the misplaced loyalty of others. I felt this to be a very compelling call to stand up for the very fabric to up hold truth, justice, and freedom not just in the US, but around the world. If I ever get the chance, I'll be buying Finone a beer.

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Thank you for sharing your story!

I commend officer Fanone for sharing his story. Anyone that feels the investigation has gone on long enough and are tired of hearing about should read/listen to this book.

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Thank you for writing your story

Well done…
Definitely enjoyed listening!
Please write more police stories Michael.
You are very knowledgeable!
I’m so glad you survived that horrible day.

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Just wow

Each time I hear Michael tell his story it’s more and more horrific how something like this took place and how unsympathetic the so called Right is. I hope he finds peace. Eff t****p.

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WOW!

If anyone claims that they want the "truth" and they don't read or listen to this, they don't actually want the truth. I can't imagine what it would be like to go through a total day of hell, then from that point on, have people (with power) question the fact that it even happened. What a complete kick in the teeth. As a Canadian, the lack of empathy being displayed towards those who got attacked, is making the US Republican party look completely sadistic. The Hunter Biden stuff, Pelosi, blah blah blah, until somebody shows Hunter's laptop smashing somebody over the head causing brain damage, nobody cares.
You're a good man Mr. Fanone and I'm sorry that you and so many others have been treated so bad by the very people who claim to care about the American people.
That's truly messed up!

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Excellent!

This was raw. This was emotional. This was captivating. Fanone rips open his rib cage and cranium and lets you in. We need more Fanone. Just wow. Even though I'm Canadian, thank you for your service. Condolences on the loss of your friend Leslie.

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