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“I’ve read the book twice now. I really enjoyed the back stories that Jason created for these people. The Book of Mormon is a very condensed collection of books from records kept by people who really did live in the ancient Americas. Like all people, these were just as human as we are, including weaknesses and strengths. We don’t often see the weaknesses in their characters when we read the scriptures due to the need of them being so condensed. I liked how Jason wrote, using his own life experiences in the military, to show what possible weaknesses were overcome to allow each of the real people we know of from the scripture account become the heroes they were. Especially Captain Moroni, who has always been a favorite of mine.
When I read the war chapters in the Book of Mormon, even the account of the Jaradite wars leading to their ultimate destruction, I’ve always wondered about their back story to fill in the blanks. I love what Jason has done by writing down how he envisioned Captain Moroni’s backstory could have been, and with incredible illustrations to help the story by a very talented artist.
I’ve already been recomending this book to family and friends. It is a work of fiction, true, but it is based around true events, people, and places that we’ve come to know through the scriptures. It adds “color” to the condensed record. We know these people lived and did those things described in the Book of Mormon. Therefore we know there’s more to their lives that we don’t have access to in this life. Imagining how their lives were, helps remind us there were not only real, but just as human as us. We too can overcome our weaknesses in the same manner, with faith, prayer, and repentance.”
The most amazing story and posters to hit me and my kid’s lives!! LOVE the entire idea behind it all. Thank you!!!! I had such a fun time explaining Moroni in more detail to my children than ever before. It’s inspiring!
“Great book. I couldn’t help but think the author put some of his own experiences. We need more leaders, who like General Moroni who seek the Lord in their decision making. The book also how the Lord works when people are righteous in their intentions. I highly recommed the book! “
“This book was very well written and it brought me back to the time of Captain Moroni and taught me things that I had never thought of before. I especially liked how he put the battles onto a personal level as if i was engaged with the heroes themselves. I highly recommend this book as a great addition to my library.”
“I loved this story. It was very moving in the life of a military hero and how his mind works in making wise decisions. The description of strategies and characters was wonderful. Great read.”
“AMAZING!! My 12 year old son read it first while on vacation and could not put it down. He was fascinated by the characters, the stories, and of course the battles. I finished the book in 2 days!!! The author has an amazing gift of story telling and brought honor to these great characters. Using his background in the military he was able to break down elements of a battle so the reader could experience the expertise, faith, and courage that existed in these great men. We all need a hero in our life and this book inspires us to follow the example of Moroni and stand up for what we believe in, remember what is important, and to always have faith. “A Hero Rises” was an adventure from beginning to end and truly taught what it means to be a hero.”
“Very good work!!! I am a student of military history and I am very much impressed. The pages just kept turning and turning. I am excited for the next volume. Thank you for writing these and thank you especially for your service to our country.”
“I am very impressed and I don’t impress easy when it comes to military novels and military history. I was able to put faces and personalities to the heroes of the Book of Mormon. The pages keep turning and turning.
I have read many books on military history and novels and this is one of the best I have come across. A great read and I am eagerly waiting for the next one.”
“An Amazing book. I could not put it down and can’t wait for book # two.”
“I bought this book for my father for his birthday. He is an 84 year old, slow reading , salty Marine combat veteran of the Korean war. He devoured this book in a two day reading marathon. He loved recognizing all the military strategies he learned during his experience in combat school, that had never been used in Moroni’s time, being used by this courageous young captain.. This young man, because of his humility and willingness to listen to others, was using willing to use strategies that were never used in battle before. As a matter of fact, if either the leaders of the North or South had read the Book of Mormon and followed the tactics of young Moroni, countless number of lives would have been spared in the Civil War.
This is just a great story with lessons to be learned, and sheds a new light on how great of a leader Moroni was. It is highly recommended to anyone with military experience, or anyone interested in military history or stratigies. Matter of fact, it is recommended for everyone. My mom has none of these, and she is reading it now!! It is a very enjoyable and exciting read. HOO-RAH!!!!”
“Awesome book! Must read for those wanting to be inspired.”
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