Buried Alive - true story of kidnapping, captivity and dramatic rescue from
Author: Roy Hallums is a compelling story about the will of a people to survive. When you follow the author's tireless physical and mental torture in the hands of the Iraqi insurgents, this is a white knuckle. Roy Hallums provides a behind-the-scenes perspective on the significance of being kidnapped and forced into imprisonment and beatings in Iraq.
That was in November 2004, contractor Roy Hallums worked late in the Iraqi office of the Saudi Arabian Trade and Construction Company. The office was allegedly well protected by armed security personnel, but four abductors broke in and used guns to tow him and a colleague away. In this one hundred and thirty-one day, these people were taken hostage and often moved. Sometimes they were taken to the farmhouse and thrown into concrete pits under the floor, with only one tube on the ceiling providing oxygen. They were forced to wear masks and endure hunger, heat and cold. The injunction is described in chilling details, including beats and psychological torture. His family is dealing with nightmares at home, and they have never brave him. When his position was finally verified, he was successfully rescued by the US military.
The story of Roy Hallums is fascinating. I fell in love with the first page and couldn't put it down. He will marvel at his perseverance, hope and survival skills. The first person narrative is very well written. The fast pace keeps the page spinning. This is a fascinating story that will let you know about the events in the Middle East. I highly recommend it.
Disclaimer: I obtained this book free of charge from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of his book review blogger program. The opinion is my own.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 978-1595551702
Hardcover: 256 pages
Price: $25.99
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