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Impossible Odds: The Kidnapping Of Jessica Buchanan And Her Dramatic Rescue By Seal Team Six
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A New York Times Bestseller!In 2006, Twentysevenyearold Jessica Buchanan Stepped Off A Plane In Nairobi, Kenya, With A Teaching Degree And Longheld Dreams Of Helping To Educate African Children. By 2009, She Had Met And Married A Native Swede Named Erik Landemalm, Who Worked To Coordinate Humanitarian Aid With Authorities In Africa. Together The Two Moved From Nairobi To Somalia, And With Hopes Of Starting A Family, Their Future Couldnt Have Been Brighter. . . .But On October 25, 2011, Jessica And A Colleague Were Kidnapped At Gunpoint And Held For Ransom By A Band Of Somali Pirates. For The Next Three Months, Jessica Was Terrorized By More Than Two Dozen Gangsters, Held Outdoors In Filthy Conditions, And Kept On A Starvation Diet While Her Health Steadily Deteriorated. Negotiations For Ransom Dragged On, And As The Ordeal Stretched Into Its Third Month, The Captors Grew Increasingly Impatient. Every Terrifying Moment Jessica Buchanan Spent Suffering In Captivity Was Matched By That Of Her Adoring Husband Working Behind The Scenes To Deal With Her Captors. After Ninetythree Days Of Fruitless Negotiations, And With Jessicas Medical State Becoming A Lifeordeath Issue, President Barack Obama Ordered Navy Seal Team Six To Attempt A Rescue Operation. On January 25, 2012, Just Before The President Delivered His State Of The Union Speech, The Team Of Twentyfour Seals, Under The Cover Of Darkness, Attacked The Heavily Armed Hostiles. They Killed All Nine With No Harm To The Hostages, Who Were Quickly Airlifted Out On A Military Rescue Helicopter.In Riveting Detail, This Book Chronicles Jessica And Eriks Mutual Journey During Those Torturous Months. Together They Relate The Events Prior To The Kidnapping, The Drama Of Jessicas Fight To Stay Alive, And Eriks Efforts To Bolster And Support The Hunt For Her While He Acted As Liaison Between Their Two Families, The Fbi, Professional Hostage Negotiators, And The United States Government. Both A Testament To Two Peoples Courage And A Nailbiting Look At A Lifeordeath Struggle, This Is A Harrowing And Deeply Personal Story About Their Triumph Over Impossible Odds.
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- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book has three hundred twenty pages. This length allows for an in-depth exploration of Jessica Buchanan's harrowing experience.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding. This makes it lightweight and portable for easy reading.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures five point six nine inches in length, one inch in width, and eight point eight two inches in height. These dimensions make it a standard-sized paperback.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Jessica Buchanan. She shares her personal story of survival and resilience in this gripping narrative.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book falls under the genre of memoir and true crime. It recounts real events surrounding Jessica's kidnapping and rescue.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: No, the book is not suitable for young readers. It contains mature themes related to kidnapping and survival.
- Q: How can I use this book for educational purposes? A: You can use this book to teach about resilience, survival, and the impact of humanitarian efforts. It provides real-world examples for discussions.
- Q: Is there a lot of graphic content in the book? A: Yes, the book contains graphic descriptions of Jessica's captivity. Readers should be prepared for intense and emotional content.
- Q: Can this book be used in a book club setting? A: Yes, this book is ideal for book clubs. It offers rich themes for discussion, including courage, love, and the human spirit.
- Q: How should I store this book to keep it in good condition? A: Store the book upright on a shelf in a cool, dry place. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent fading and damage to the cover.
- Q: Is this book durable for regular use? A: Yes, the paperback cover provides decent durability for regular use. However, handle it with care to avoid creasing the pages.
- Q: What if I receive a damaged copy of the book? A: If you receive a damaged copy, you should contact customer support for a replacement or refund. Keep your receipt for reference.
- Q: Are there any special shipping options available? A: Yes, discrete shipping options are available for sensitive purchases. Check with the retailer for specific shipping methods.
- Q: What if I want to return the book? A: You can return the book within the specified return period. Make sure to follow the retailer's return policy for instructions.
- Q: Can this book be found in libraries? A: Yes, many libraries carry this book. You can check your local library's catalog for availability.