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The 15:17 to Paris

In the Face of Fear Ordinary People Can Do the Extraordinary: Film Tie-In
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The 15:17 to Paris by Anthony Sadler is a riveting true crime story that follows three American friends who thwarted a terrorist attack on a train travelling to Paris in 2015. The book delves into their lives, exploring their friendship and the events leading up to the heroic confrontation, capturing the essence of bravery and the impact of split-second decisions.
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This book may appeal to you if you are drawn to real-life accounts of heroism and suspense. It offers a gripping narrative of an extraordinary act of bravery that unfolds during a high-stakes terrorist attack. You'll find inspiration in the courage and quick thinking of everyday individuals who save lives amidst chaos.

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The 15:17 to Paris

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The compelling true story of three young ordinary American men and their incredible act of bravery in the Summer of 2015.

On 21 August 2015, Ayoub al-Khazzani boarded a train in Brussels bound for Paris. Khazzani's mission was clear—he had an AK-47, a pistol, a box cutter, and enough ammunition to obliterate the 554 passengers on the crowded train. But as he began to execute his plan, he encountered an unstoppable line of defence—three American friends.

The 15:17 to Paris is a gripping account of the foiled attack by the three men who lived it—Anthony Sadler, Alek Skarlatos, and Spencer Stone. It is also the story of what compelled three lifelong friends to run towards danger instead of from it—towards humanity, not away from terror.

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The 15:17 to Paris by Anthony Sadler has generally received mixed reviews. Critics appreciate the authors' real-life recount of the heroic events aboard a Paris-bound train, highlighting themes of bravery and camaraderie. However, some reviews mention that while the story is compelling, the narrative pacing and depth of character development may not meet every thriller enthusiast's expectations.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925603699

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 January 2018

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 196g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Anthony Sadler, Alek Skarlatos and Spencer Stone grew up in California and became friends at school. Sadler is now a student at Sacramento State University; Skarlatos is an active duty member of the Oregon National Guard; and Stone is a Staff Sergeant in the US Air Force.

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