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Sniper One: ‘The Best I’ve Ever Read’ – Andy McNab Kindle Edition

by Dan Mills (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 6,601 ratings

The gritty, awe-inspiring true story that takes you right into the heart of the Iraq war from Sunday Times No.1 bestseller Sgt. Dan Mills

'If I could give it more stars I would' 5***** Reader Review
'One of the best first-hand accounts of combat that I've ever read' Andy McNab
'A truly stunning story. I have read this 4 times and it's still as captivating now as the first time' 5***** Reader Review

'We all saw it at once. Half a dozen voices screamed 'Grenade!' simultaneously. Then everything went into slow motion . . .'
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April 2004.

Dan Mills and his platoon of snipers fly into southern Iraq, part of an infantry battalion sent to win hearts and minds. They were soon fighting for their lives.

Back home we were told they were peacekeeping.

But there was no peace to keep.

Because within days of arriving in theatre, Mills and his men were caught up in the longest, most sustained fire fight British troops had faced for over fifty years.

This awe-inspiring account tells of total war in throat-burning winds and fifty-degree heat, blasted by mortars and surrounded by heavily armed militias - you won't be able to put this down.
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'A gritty speedball-run. Strong, cohesive and complete . . . It plugs the reader straight into the blood and guts of the action' The Times

'Full-on graphic detail . . . You can practically taste the dust and the cordite' Daily Express

'The most vivid account ever of total combat on Iraq's frontline' Sun

'A highly-charged, action filled, adrenalin-pumped, page-turning read that, frankly, knocks the socks off all previous British accounts in this genre' Sunday Telegraph

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'Full-on graphic detail ... you can practically taste the dust and the cordite' -- Daily Express

'A highly-charged, action filled, adrenalin-pumped, page-turning read that, frankly, knocks the socks off all previous British accounts in this genre' -- Sunday Telegraph

'One of the best first-hand accounts of combat that I've ever read'
-- Andy McNab

'The most vivid account ever of total combat on Iraq's frontline' -- The Sun

'A gritty speedball run ... strong, cohesive and complete ... it plugs the reader straight into the blood and guts of the action' -- The Times

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'Contact front! Contact front!' Immediately we were down on our
knees and aggressively returning fire. Then we slipped away into pairs.
While one bloke got up and sprinted 10 feet back up the alleyway, the other
emptied all the rounds he could in the direction of the gunmen. Then the
pair swapped roles. Fire and Manouevre, fire and manouevre.

It was like the bank robbery scene in 'Heat'. It's amazing how well you
remember it all when you need to. But still the RPK poured lead at us. A
whole burst went straight between Smudge's legs as he was stopping to turn
and cover me.

'Average?!' I said as we looked at each other in amazement. Then we
carried on ...

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B002RI9LDU
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Penguin
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 15 May 2008
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 10.9 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 386 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0141909455
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Customers find this book well-written and engaging, with a gripping narrative that transports readers straight to the action. Moreover, the book provides a detailed account of bravery, with one customer noting how it illustrates the fighting spirit of the British soldier. Additionally, customers appreciate the book's humor, with one review highlighting the typical British banter in deadly war zones, and its well-paced narrative that keeps readers turning the pages.

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361 customers mention ‘Readability’361 positive0 negative

Customers find the book fascinating and well written, with one customer noting it's one to read and read again.

"This is a brilliant and sometimes stomach churning account of besieged troops in So Amarah, Iraq...." Read more

"...A great read I would recommend to anyone." Read more

"...However, I was compelled as this is the best read I have had in years. Great respect to Dan Mills and his team." Read more

"...A very good read." Read more

182 customers mention ‘Story quality’173 positive9 negative

Customers find the book's story gripping and enthralling from start to finish, transporting readers straight to the action. One customer particularly appreciates the excellent descriptions of events and emotions.

"...Thank you Sgt Mills for an amazing recount of such a fearsome time, at last something that from rd you of how good the British Army and other..." Read more

"...It is told with understandable pride, humour and pathos...." Read more

"...This book describes the very basics of combat and how the human soul must break through it's time honed polite humanistic approach, to be so..." Read more

"...n't be told better and it was truly a great read that immerses you into the horrors of battle...." Read more

150 customers mention ‘Narrative quality’144 positive6 negative

Customers appreciate the narrative quality of the book, describing it as highly descriptive and well detailed, with one customer noting it provides a realistic presentation of both words and action, while another highlights it as a well-written account of snipers on active service.

"Exceptional book for many reasons. Well written. Insightful. Descriptive...." Read more

"...The reality of what soldiers must endure is well documented in this book...." Read more

"...There are some good accounts of action in here, but all in all it just wasn't written very well and the accounts lacked depth and detail - they were..." Read more

"...If you adjust your expectations for that, it is an exciting and easy read and worth a few pounds, but I won't re-read it." Read more

77 customers mention ‘Bravery’77 positive0 negative

Customers praise the book's portrayal of bravery, describing it as a great true story of grit and courage with no limits.

"...It really is a "can't put down" book. Acts of heroism, forces humour in the face of adversity from men who if you were sat across from them in..." Read more

"...It is a matter of fact story about guys who show great courage and professionalism in s*** circumstances...." Read more

"...The need for strong leadership, strong men both physically and mentally and unflinching backup is obvious...." Read more

"...It typifies the bravery and professionalism of a platoon of highly skilled soldiers, unique in their role as snipers...." Read more

66 customers mention ‘Insight’66 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's insight, finding it fascinating and educational, with one customer noting how it takes readers right into the situations.

"...soldiers and their wish to test themselves and their training is well expressed...." Read more

"Exceptional book for many reasons. Well written. Insightful. Descriptive...." Read more

"...a lot of personal stories, the author also provides a sufficient amount of background information about the situation in Iraq at the time - which is..." Read more

"...and the battle group's function in Iraq, the local politics and culture are neatly outlined...." Read more

52 customers mention ‘Pacing’47 positive5 negative

Customers praise the book's pacing, noting it's well-paced and keeps readers turning the pages, with one customer highlighting its detailed account of pace and grit.

"This book is a fast, breezy read. The tone and language are of the 'cheeky army lad' variety - simple, clear, to the point, boisterous...." Read more

"...war which has provided plenty of good action for this book, which flows well and works. Don't expect a huge amount of depth beyond that though." Read more

"...The story also gives compassionate accounts of those who could not cope (at the time) with the intensity of action...." Read more

"...Well told, from someone in the middle of it, warts and all...including the subject of the Snatch Landrovers that were ill suited for the environment..." Read more

42 customers mention ‘Humor’42 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor, finding it witty and sometimes sad, with one customer highlighting the typical British banter in deadly war zones.

"...It really is a "can't put down" book. Acts of heroism, forces humour in the face of adversity from men who if you were sat across from them in..." Read more

"...However, these men are not emotionless killing machines and I particularly like the passage in which, whilst on patrol, they visited a British war..." Read more

"...These and more were made very very funny by his telling. Perhaps Sgt Dan Mills could be a comedian in his next career. -..." Read more

"...are of the 'cheeky army lad' variety - simple, clear, to the point, boisterous...." Read more

30 customers mention ‘British army’30 positive0 negative

Customers praise the book's portrayal of the British army, with one review specifically highlighting the exceptional nature of snipers.

"...The insights into the close-knit sniper community and the wider regimental camaraderie were inspiring, touching and, at times, laugh-out-load funny...." Read more

"...Sniper One is must read, and if you asked me who should be our next Prime Minister it would be Dan Mills in a heart beat...." Read more

"...professionalism of a platoon of highly skilled soldiers, unique in their role as snipers...." Read more

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  • NeilA
    5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST READ
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 June 2025
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    This is a brilliant and sometimes stomach churning account of besieged troops in So Amarah, Iraq. Thank you Sgt Mills for an amazing recount of such a fearsome time, at last something that from rd you of how good the British Army and other services can be. Thank You
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 May 2025
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    What an amazing account of a group of men thrown together in time of war. It really is a "can't put down" book.
    Acts of heroism, forces humour in the face of adversity from men who if you were sat across from them in a pub or train carriage you would never guess what they went through. A great read I would recommend to anyone.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Lost hours of sleep reading this one
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 26 April 2016
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    I'm not or never have been a military reader. Although my curiosity was aroused by American Sniper recently released on film, I thought it would be a good time to change genre. I decided to read the reviews first before buying. Glad I did as I was not impressed but found Sniper One mentioned and opted for this instead.

    There is nothing gung-ho or flag waving bout their mission. It is a matter of fact story about guys who show great courage and professionalism in s*** circumstances.

    As typical as any bunch of lads together, the range of personalities range from daft to intellectual providing humour and comrade ship in the harshest conditions. I'm not one for writing reviews (the above remarks show why). However, I was compelled as this is the best read I have had in years. Great respect to Dan Mills and his team.
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  • Mr J Grantham
    5.0 out of 5 stars Totally absorbing modern military history.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 20 March 2019
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    I usually avoid books like this since being conned by Andy McNabb's fantasy 'Bravo Two Zero'. Having never heard of the events surrounding Cimic House, I did some research and having discovered the basic facts were true, bought the book. It has to be said that it reads like a fictional novel and suffers, somewhat, from an over indulgence in the cruder aspects of life. I am no prude, far from it, but the accounts of one soldiers sexual habits and wrapping feces in clingfilm add nothing to the story really and, for me, detracted from an otherwise excellent narrative. No doubt some will disagree, suggesting that it adds some 'warts and all' element. You decide.
    That said, Dan Mills does a workmanlike job in describing the experience of soldiers pitched into an intensive and unexpected siege. Before departing from Tidworth Barracks, we are told of the soldiers hopes of seeing some 'action' and the exuberance of professional soldiers and their wish to test themselves and their training is well expressed. If it might appear a bit bloodthirsty and, to some, distasteful, it is an honest and understandable emotion. The book makes no apology that soldiers are trained to fight and kill effectively and that they did so is described, in detail, despite supposedly being on a peacekeeping mission.
    However, these men are not emotionless killing machines and I particularly like the passage in which, whilst on patrol, they visited a British war cemetery containing the graves of soldiers killed decades before. Their quiet humility as they wandered through the weed choked remains of thousands of forgotten graves is a sharp counterpoint to the usual exuberance of these young warriors. It helps build the picture of ordinary young men in extraordinary circumstances.
    The two part battle and siege is, of course, the core story. It is told with understandable pride, humour and pathos. Some may struggle with the soldiers obvious satisfaction in killing the enemy and their apparent lack of regret at taking a life. For me, it was refreshing to read an account of modern warfare which was shorn of any sense of false morality. These young men were trained to do a task which most wouldn't contemplate and that they did it so well, under appalling conditions, is something to be highly commended.
    As the story comes to a close there is, for me, another golden nugget. The description of the conversation between a senior NCO sitting in the derelict compound and the Quartermaster back at base. As the QM reads through a list of kit he expects to be returned and, to each item, the NCO responds 'destroyed' , the 'bean counters' can be heard crying all the way to Whitehall.
    It may be politically incorrect to say I enjoyed the book, but I did. Thoroughly. If I feel any regret for the Iraqis who died it is this. Sorry you decided to take on the British Army. There really could be only one outcome!
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  • Mr. M. P. Hodson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Gripping Account
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 May 2025
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    I was going to say it really gives you the feeling you were there - but nothing could do that. Staggered by the bravery and willingness, or even desire, to expose oneself to horrendous risk.

    A very good read.
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  • Estwing
    5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 May 2024
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    Exceptional book for many reasons.
    Well written. Insightful. Descriptive.

    If you're interested in reading about what is asked of and required from a soldier during war fighting conditions then this book is for you.

    I hope and pray that homo sapiens will someday find a way to put war behind us. Until then, to those amongst us who answer the call, you have my respect, and my sincere condolences.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Gives good insight into the real challenges of war
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 June 2017
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    Wow, what they don't capture in the news! The reality of what soldiers must endure is well documented in this book. The need for strong leadership, strong men both physically and mentally and unflinching backup is obvious. War is needless, but, if war it is, then men like these are our heroes. The unbelievable challenges of that level of fighting would destroy most, but certain characters can withstand this hell. Sadly we know PTSD can affect a lot who can't shake the drama and trauma experienced...they deserve our on going gratitude and support. This book describes the very basics of combat and how the human soul must break through it's time honed polite humanistic approach, to be so desensitised as to take a life and move on to the next...to defend life for life. I hope with all my heart another man need not write such a story...sadly, such as this world we live in, there could be many more. Thank you for giving us the insight described so well, you and the men you mention ...and the unmentioned, you have given so much in so many ways, you can always stand proud.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent product
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 June 2025
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    Excellent
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  • José B.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Emocionante
    Reviewed in Spain on 13 October 2019
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    Es emocionante el modo en que describe todo. Seguiré leyendo sus libros.
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  • David Gibbins
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing True Story
    Reviewed in Australia on 14 May 2024
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    Sniper One story is awe inspiring. A true story, told by someone who lived it
    Frightening, too scary to be fiction.
    Well written, a first hand depiction of how hard surviving in Iraq was.
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  • Floh
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lebendig, authentisch, lustig, einfach genial, Kaufempfehlung!
    Reviewed in Germany on 4 April 2013
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    "Sniper One" wurde mir von amazon vorgeschlagen, nachdem ich mir "American Sniper" bestellt hatte. Ich hab es „einfach so dazu genommen" und es keine Sekunde bereut.

    Entgegen anders lautender Rezension liest es sich relativ einfach. Das Englische Sprachniveau ist nicht übermäßig hoch, man muss also sicher kein "native speaker" sein, um es zu verstehen.

    Auch die wenigen verwendeten Fachausdrücke und Abkürzungen werden zumindest einmal erklärt bzw sind aus dem Zusammenhang leicht zu verstehen. Ich musste nur zweimal zum Wörterbuch greifen.

    Die "Geschichte" (ist ja eigentlich eine Tatsache) liest sich extrem lebendig, wirkt auf mich sehr authentisch und schildert den Sachverhalt zwar natürlich subjektiv aus der Sicht des Autors, meiner Meinung nach aber auch absolut ungeschönt und ehrlich. Das Buch ist sehr spannend und ich konnte es kaum aus der Hand legen.

    Ich kann es jedem, der sich für die Bereich Scharfschützenwesen, aktuelle Militäreinsätze und Ähnliches interessiert, nur wärmstens ans Herz legen!
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  • alkbt
    5.0 out of 5 stars Livre arrivé rapidement et conforme à la description !
    Reviewed in France on 10 June 2021
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    Livre arrivé rapidement et conforme à la description !
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  • Aarsh
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
    Reviewed in India on 9 February 2017
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    Nice book by Sgt. Mills. Although the book's size is small but it surely packs a punch. The book describes how the guys race to keep themselves alive while in Iraq's unforgiving battlefield. Totally awesome book. Worth the price.
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