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Redemption Kindle Edition

by Ed Benjamin (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 239 ratings
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Amidst the thunderous roars of jet engines, Harry's journey from an Air Force legend to a lone detective embodies the undying spirit of a hero.

Dive into a thrilling journey with Harry, a former Air Force hero. Witness a man's battle against his inner demons, fueled by loss and heartbreak, as he embarks on a personal quest for redemption.

Experience the intensity of military action intertwined with profound human drama. Harry, once an esteemed pilot, faces his darkest hour after a life-altering near-death experience in combat leads to his medical discharge. Stripped of his wings and his military brotherhood, he plunges into a world of despair.

However, the tides of fate turn when Harry stumbles upon a baffling missing persons case. An unexpected alliance with Katie, a savvy computer expert, ignites a spark of hope. Together, they navigate a labyrinth of challenges, pushing Harry to confront his past and rediscover his purpose.

Will Harry rise from the ashes? Can he defeat his arch-enemy, Mar, in a nail-biting aerial showdown that will truly keep you on the edge of your seat.

Embark on this unforgettable adventure. Harry's story is more than a tale of survival—it's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.

Find out why one reviewer stated; "Regardless of my former USAF time and current FAA aviation credentials, I would have voted this one of the best action-packed, people sensitive novels ever written!"

This is a must-read for anyone interested in the Air Force and what personal courage really means.

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THE INTERNATIONAL REVIEW OF BOOKS revewed Redemption and this is what they had to say.
Which line stood out from all the others in the book?
"Shit happens, but life goes on."

General Summary for Context:
A story of the life struggles of the protagonist, a fighter pilot and an investigator, and how he finds a way to overcome them in the end. We are drawn into the emotions the protagonist deals with, and the way he goes from the depths to the heights of life, through all the blows he is dealt.

Concise Review:
The young protagonist loses his parents twice (biological and adoptive) in a series of unfortunate events that leave him in a difficult and fragile state of mind. He tries his best to cope with the difficult situation by learning to fly and becoming a top gun fighter pilot, which soothes the loneliness and the empty feeling inside him as he feels he found somewhere he belongs. However, during one of his combat missions, he loses consciousness and nearly his life, which leads to him being grounded from future flying missions. He finds himself adrift and hits the bottle, but a chance meeting with Katie, a computer geek who helps him in his investigation, leads to love blossoming between them and a new hope for the future.

General thoughts on the Novel:
A page-turner that focuses on the fragile and tender emotions that an individual faces when significant life events deal him multiple blows, leaving him lonely and depressed. It has a plain writing style with an engaging plot. The characters are fleshed out well, and develop as the story progresses over a span of time. I loved learning about all the fascinating details of the life of a fighter pilot and a member of an investigations agency.
This is a light story that pulls you in and is easy to read, taking you on an inspiring and turbulent emotional journey. The general tone of the story is uplifting, with the underlying message that if we put in our best efforts, we can overcome any difficulties that we face in our lives.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08ZJX23MG
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 18, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 5100 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 363 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ B08ZD4MZTJ
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 239 ratings

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Ed Benjamin

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Ed Benjamin retired from the United States Air Force in 1990 where he served as an aircraft maintenance supervisor.

He currently works part-time as a proposal writer helping companies obtain business with federal, state and local governments.

He also writes short stories and novellas; some of which he offers for sale via digital download. He has recently published a short real life travel adventure entitled, "This is Alaska," and a novel, "Redemption," featring Harry Miles.

For more information, visit Ed’s website at http://EdBenjaminBooks.com

Ed also publishes gratitude journals, wedding planners, reissues of classic novels, and other publications via his two publishing ventures at Bulverde Books and Front Porch Press. These works are available exclusively on Amazon via Kindle Direct Publishing.

Ed is located on Twitter at @colbenjamin

Readers may contact Ed via email at Flowingwp@gmail.com

Ed and his spouse live in Bulverde, Texas - also known as the "front porch" of the Texas hill country.

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4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 out of 5
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Ivan
5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing thrilling story
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2022
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Wow! Just...wow!

This story, written by Ed Benjamin, is a rollercoaster of emotions. Following the story of Harry, an Orphan who joins the air force and is assigned to the war against Irani forces. At the edge of death, after losing consciousness in the middle of a battle against the Irani leader Mar, he swears revenge for the death of his wingman.

What I liked the most about this book is the different stages Harry goes through. Situations that, in my opinion, many people experience when they're sent to war. The scars, vices, and difficult situations they are forced to overcome are so clear that I am convinced war is clearly not the solution.

Redemption, a beautifully written story that keeps the reader interested until the end!
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Ian J. Miller
4.0 out of 5 stars Not really the right story
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2022
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The story follows Harry Miles, who starts as an air force pilot, and who, after having an encounter with some Iranian SU 27s, blacks out during a manoeuvre, somehow wakes up and lands the aircraft when rescued by someone else who was not present to start with. To me, this scene did not ring true. If the aircraft is effectively flying itself, an enemy should be able to lock on a missile. The next part of the book, and most of the book, is, with reservations, much better, as it follows Harry's life degrade, then get pulled back together again. The final scene does not really make sense to me, but I can't explain without spoiling.
The character of Harry is well done, and the other characters, including Katie and Sam, are quite believable. The story is well described, except, in my opinion, the aerial combat. Early in that combat we are told Harry has special spatial and situation awareness. We are told this about three times then, and more later. So the combat makes what of this? Harry turns his plane towards the enemy and fires missiles. That is it. Special awareness? What the author really needed was editing. There are numerous places where editing is required. I am usually fairly tolerant of this sort of flaw because independent authors seldom if ever gain from paying for it, but there are plenty of ways constant re-reading and careful revision can pick out some of these. The author makes a lot of Harry as a pilot, but the best part of the book is by far his action as an investigator. The book really should have been rewritten, with the last part left out, and the redemption part being Harry's recovery from his depression and his finding a new life. That would make a really good story. As it is, my grading is somewhat charitable – I thought of it as about 3.5 stars.
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Patti
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2023
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Loved this book, Harry took me into the air and thru the investigations with him
I highly recommend this book.
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Steve Walter
3.0 out of 5 stars This Is More a Story About a Pilot Than a Story About Flying
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2023
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Sorry, but the writing in this book leaves a lot to be desired.
It’s stilted, short in intensity, sometimes poorly worded (or edited), the subject matter frequently jumps around, and a lot of a previous sentence is simply repeated shortly thereafter. (Which is a ridiculous way to write a story!) This comes out almost as if this book were written for (or by) a child, and is annoying for an adult Reader.

As The Reader gets further and further into the book, it becomes kind of obvious this tale is one long, drawn out story about the principle character’s morals … one example after another, for a guy who’s lived quite a life, with extreme ups-and-downs.

Overall recommendation — Don’t take the time to read this book; use your time and energy on something else of better value.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best Military Action-Packed Tale of Aviation/People!
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2022
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Regardless of my former USAF time and current FAA aviation credentials, I would have voted this one of the best action-packed, people sensitive novels ever written!
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Celeste S
4.0 out of 5 stars Gripping
Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2022
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Readers who choose Redemption by Ed Benjamin will find a gripping narrative, emotions, and endless action in this fascinating book. I am sure that thriller adepts will be mesmerised by Harry’s story, an orphan who raises to be one of the most skilled fighter pilots in the US air force, only to be grounded after a major combat with an Iranian pilot. He will have to reinvent himself to find redemption.
Most of the time reading this, I was on pins and needles as it gets quite intense at every turn of the page. The combination of action and the moments in which the book is focused on the protagonist’s problems and pains are very well integrated and described. I enjoyed this book a lot! I highly recommend it.
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Russ Ann
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Story
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2022
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I didn't think I could be so heartbroken at the very first chapter of the story. And because of the tragedies Harry faced early on in his life, I could understand why his thought process and personality became like that. It was very wonderful to see his character growth from start to finish, and how his life changed by love and finding his own path.
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5.0 out of 5 stars From Iraq to Texas
Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2023
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Definitely an I tertaining readthatstarts with a fight in Iran barely surviving a dog fight and loosing his flight status. Harry has a tough time and is discharged. But wait he gets another chance to fly
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Gerry Green
4.0 out of 5 stars Surprise!
Reviewed in Canada on January 14, 2022
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I chose this rating because it was good read. Exciting and compelling. I kept looking forward, thinking I knew what was to follow, but the ending blew me away and left me wanting more and unsatisfied.
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Bev Saidel
4.0 out of 5 stars Exciting and well told.
Reviewed in Australia on August 28, 2021
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Ed has the ability to weave a story that is engaging, accurate and entertaining. His characters are well drawn and three dimensional in that the reader feels personally involved. I highly recommend Redemption to anyone who has an interest in the Air Force, flying and mystery.
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Haroldoja
3.0 out of 5 stars Good story....bad english. TOO MANY MISTAKES!
Reviewed in Canada on June 23, 2022
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Bait and switch...a detective story not a pilot story. Flying sequences only at the beginning. What about the cruise trip? Very bad
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