God, Family, Country, Craig Morgan
God, Family, Country, Craig Morgan
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God, Family, Country
A Memoir

Author: Craig Morgan, Jim DeFelice

Narrator: Craig Morgan

Unabridged: 9 hr

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/27/2022

Synopsis

Country music icon, army veteran, father, outdoorsman—Craig Morgan shares all aspects of his life, revealing stories even his most avid fans don’t know.Written with Jim DeFelice, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller American SniperIn 1989, as US news outlets declared an end to Operation Just Cause, Craig Morgan was part of an elite group of military operatives jumping into the jungle along the Panamanian border on a covert operation. Fans know the country music star from his hit songs and acclaimed albums, but there’s a lot more to him—a soldier who worked with the CIA in Panama, an undercover agent who fought sex traffickers in Thailand, and a dedicated family man who lives the values he sings.Craig details these many facets of his life and more in God, Family, Country. An on-stage appearance with his father’s band at age ten may have planted the seeds for life as a country star, but first he trained as a paratrooper in the army. After earning numerous distinctions, his path to sergeant major was all but assured. Then came a momentous decision: he left the active military to pursue music.With unwavering support from his wife and a pack of part-time jobs, he toughed out the lean years and achieved his first big success with the poignant ballad “Almost Home.” Other hits soon followed, from party songs like “Redneck Yacht Club” to the soul-rending “The Father, My Son, and the Holy Ghost.” Born from the anguish of his son Jerry’s passing, the song’s tribute has consoled and inspired millions across the world.Duty to country has been a constant throughout his life and globe-spanning career. In 2006, as “That’s What I Love about Sunday” topped country radio charts, Craig was riding in a convoy of Humvees in Iraq. An avid outdoorsman, a former sheriff’s deputy who’s still a member of the auxiliary, and always a husband and father first, Craig Morgan will inspire you with his life lived by the deepest values: God, family, country.

About Craig Morgan

Craig Morgan has made a name for himself as a country music icon, TV personality, celebrated outdoorsman, and patriotic army veteran. One of country music’s best-loved artists, Morgan is a member of the Grand Ole Opry and has charted twenty-five songs on Billboard. He spent seventeen years serving in the US Army and Army Reserve, and is the recipient of the USO Merit Award and the Army’s Outstanding Civilian Service Medal.

About Jim DeFelice

Jim DeFelice is the author of more than sixty books, including sixteen that have been on the New York Times bestseller list. He is the author of American Sniper with Chris Kyle, among other works. His most recent coauthored biography, Everyman a Hero, the bestselling story of World War II army medic Ray Lambert, won the US Army Historical Foundation’s Distinguished Writing Award. Jim lives in New York’s Hudson Valley with his wife, Debra.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Sheila

I thought this book was ok. Slow and dull at times though.......more

Goodreads review by Laura

4.5 stars! Alexa, add every Craig Morgan country hit to my playlist. This book shares with you the whole life of country singer, Craig Morgan. Stories from his time in the military, as a song writer, husband, father, musician, what it was like losing his son & life after all the fame. 👏🏽 I learned so......more

Goodreads review by Jim

What wonderfully open look into one of Country Music's biggest stars. Through the military, his early music writing days in Nashville and the heart break of losing a son, Craig's story is one of passion, love and faith. I heartily recommend this as a great read/listen.......more

Goodreads review by Linda

This is a wonderful book that felt more like a conversation than reading a book. Throughout the book, the author was interesting, insightful, and real. His story, and his path to music stardom, was non-traditional and filled with twists and turns. Prior to reading this, I had no idea that he had a m......more

Goodreads review by Elaine

I picked this book up on my way out of The Association of the US Army conference in DC, September 2022. Unbeknownst to me earlier I had been casually chatting with Craig as we both admired a new sniper rifle that was on display. I didn’t know he was a celeb, just a good guy and former high-speed, lo......more

Quotes

“Like his music, Craig Morgan’s memoir will move you. I was inspired by Craig’s journey, his many surprise accomplishments, and the way he has trusted his values to guide him through the highs and lows of his remarkable life.” Blake Shelton

“The title of Craig’s book is everything he is as a man: father, artist, and American soldier! He lives it daily and it’s an amazing journey that y’all need to take with him. I’m honored to call him friend and I know that you will love the ride he takes you on in this book! Godspeed, brother, and thanks for being an amazing example for us all!” Gary LeVox, lead vocalist of Rascal Flatts

“Empowering, honest, and inspiring! Craig Morgan’s God, Family, Country is a great read from one of the best people I know.” Dan Henderson, UFC champion

“God, Family, Country is more than a memoir. Craig has truly proven to be a lion who has more than nine lives. If you can only read one book this year, this should be it.” Robert Irvine, celebrity chef and talk show host

“Not since Unbroken has a book captured my attention like this. I truly could not put it down. Craig’s honesty and humility makes one realize that God, Family, and Country completely sums up his life. It is a must-read and it made me even prouder to call him friend.” Bill Engvall, actor, stand-up comedian, and member of the Blue Collar Comedy group

“I met the man, Craig Morgan, in Utah and loved his music. The next time I saw him was in Panama as a fellow teammate on CBS’s Beyond the Edge. It’s there that I saw an American hero in action. After reading God, Family, Country, I know why he’s the confident, driven, humble, loyal, brave warrior that he is.” Mike Singletary, NFL Hall of Fame linebacker and former head coach

“Craig Morgan is a friend and fellow veteran who grew up in small-town America as I did. This gave him the love of our savior Jesus Christ and the love of this great country. You hear it in the songs he sings, and now in his book, God, Family, Country. A great friend and a great American. God bless you and yours, my friend.” Mark “OZ” Geist, Marine Corps veteran and veteran of Benghazi 2012

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