I normally don't leave reviews, but had to this time because the book was that good. I just finished reading this and have to say it is easily one of the best prepping books I've ever read (definitely in my top 5). I have been prepping for over a decade and I have amassed a large library of prepping and survival books on numerous topics over the years. Some of my favorites are James Wesley Rawles “Patriots”, William Forstchen’s “One Second After”, Joel Skousen’s “The Secure Home”, “Tappan on Survival” by Mel Tappan, and the “SAS Survival Handbook”. I hate poorly edited books and I can tell you with certainty that I only noticed one or two errors in the entire book (I do have the new 2nd edition though, and can’t speak to what the 1st edition looked like).
Equipping Modern Patriots was fantastic from start to finish and I read it in two days while earmarking over 20 pages and ruining a new highlighter. The author’s background as a former military SERE Specialist and his expertise in survival demonstrates itself throughout the book. It was written similar to “Patriots” in a fictional story format that also contains lots of excellent advice, but unlike “Patriots”, the storyline was a bit more believable. I really enjoyed how the characters were practical and down to earth, the action scenes were very realistic, the story flowed quickly, it had some great plot twists, and most importantly, it offered lots of great advice for people who haven’t prepared at all as well as those who can’t realistically make a living while residing at a million dollar off grid retreat location. That’s not to say that advanced retreat ideas weren't covered, it’s just that the author offers lots of practical advice for the unprepared as well. There are a lot of ideas that I haven’t read about before or even considered as well as ideas confirming my own plans and preparations.
The author paints a very realistic and horrifying picture of what the country would look like if we ever lost the electric grid from an EMP attack. If you’re looking for a gung ho, Rambo type survivalist book with the main characters cussing every other word, womanizing, and fighting off some army, then look elsewhere. The shootout scenes in this book are very realistic, including the raw emotions that follow a shootout. It is an unpredictable book with plenty of twists and turns that ends with the door open for a sequel… ahem, Mr. Hollerman. I would, and I have, recommended this book to everyone I know that is prepping for the hard times ahead. An absolute must read!
Equipping Modern Patriots was fantastic from start to finish and I read it in two days while earmarking over 20 pages and ruining a new highlighter. The author’s background as a former military SERE Specialist and his expertise in survival demonstrates itself throughout the book. It was written similar to “Patriots” in a fictional story format that also contains lots of excellent advice, but unlike “Patriots”, the storyline was a bit more believable. I really enjoyed how the characters were practical and down to earth, the action scenes were very realistic, the story flowed quickly, it had some great plot twists, and most importantly, it offered lots of great advice for people who haven’t prepared at all as well as those who can’t realistically make a living while residing at a million dollar off grid retreat location. That’s not to say that advanced retreat ideas weren't covered, it’s just that the author offers lots of practical advice for the unprepared as well. There are a lot of ideas that I haven’t read about before or even considered as well as ideas confirming my own plans and preparations.
The author paints a very realistic and horrifying picture of what the country would look like if we ever lost the electric grid from an EMP attack. If you’re looking for a gung ho, Rambo type survivalist book with the main characters cussing every other word, womanizing, and fighting off some army, then look elsewhere. The shootout scenes in this book are very realistic, including the raw emotions that follow a shootout. It is an unpredictable book with plenty of twists and turns that ends with the door open for a sequel… ahem, Mr. Hollerman. I would, and I have, recommended this book to everyone I know that is prepping for the hard times ahead. An absolute must read!
