First into Action - Duncan Falconer

First into action is the most gripping book I have ever read. I never usually finish a book but this one I have read 3 times. Duncan has really let you inside his head and heart,Dunacn went from a kid being bullied at school to a Royal Marine then to SBS(britains top special force)then to MI14. He explains of his traing and of many operations he had taken part in and his f and feelings. He explains about the SAS and how he is fed up with them being credited for all the work the SBS has done. He explains of operations in Northern Ireland and mant exercises at sea and in the field. He has lost friends and family throughout his career and it only made him ...  Read the complete review

"First Into Action" by Duncan Falconer is his tale of life in the SBS (the Special Boat Service - much like the SAS, but it recruits purely from the Royal Marines). Duncan Falconer was the youngest person to ever join the Special Forces - immediately after basic recruit training he was allowed to attempt SBS selection - something which had never before, and never since been allowed. He passed SBS selection, against all odds and served with them for a number of years. Falconer recounts his life from an early age, including joining the Marines and the SBS all the way up to leaving. It's a superbly written biography which is humourous at times, action ...  Read the complete review