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The Hard Way

Adapt, Survive and Win

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The Hard Way

By: Mark 'Billy' Billingham
Narrated by: Mark 'Billy' Billingham, Simon Slater
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 THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER.

‘The SAS and all it stands for is exemplified in men such as Mark ‘Billy’ Billingham. They are the backbone of the British military and I for one am thankful he is on our side!’ – Sir Ranulph Fiennes

'The most experienced Special Forces soldier in recent memory. The Hard Way is brutally brilliant.' – Tom Marcus, Number One bestselling author of Soldier Spy

Mark ‘Billy’ Billingham grew up tough, a grim future ahead of him offering little respite from the hostile streets he walked. Leaving school at thirteen, he ran with gangs in Walsall – and almost died in a knife fight. At sixteen, Billy discovered the British armed forces. It would be the making of him.

Billingham would succeed in passing the Parachute Regiment’s arduous ‘P Company’ selection and training, going on to serve with 3 PARA. He then took on an even bigger challenge: selection for the SAS – the elite special forces unit known for excellence in operating under extreme conditions. Billy excelled in this field, undertaking numerous classified and life-threatening missions. After leaving the army, Billy served as bodyguard to Hollywood stars, including Tom Cruise, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt.

The Hard Way details Billy’s story thus far, but will also educate and enthral those wishing to seek a challenge and conquer it – the SAS way.©2019 Mark Billingham (P)2019 Simon & Schuster UK Historical Military & War Politicians Politics & Activism

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'The most experienced Special Forces soldier in recent memory. The Hard Way is brutally brilliant.' (Tom Marcus, Number One bestselling author of Soldier Spy)
‘Billy is inspirational and always humble. A giant of a man!’ (Bear Grylls)
‘The SAS and all it stands for is exemplified in men such as Mark ‘Billy’ Billingham. They are the backbone of the British military and I for one am thankful he is on our side!’ (Sir Ranulph Fiennes)
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Compelling and encouraging story. I would highly recommend reading it. Exactly what I expected, a biography of an exception, normal, and flawed man striving to be his best self.

Very enjoyable read, inspiring!

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Inspiring, audio bit blank, but behind it all great lessons that can come from experience

Strong Story, lessons learned, now take action

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An amazing insight into his personal journey though the armed and special forces..

I was hooked

Brilliant!

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Really liked it. Great story and very inspiring! A real insight to his life and career.

Great!

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One of the most interesting people out there, 100% give it a listen. Great story.

Superb

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