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A Higher Loyalty

Truth, Lies, and Leadership

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A Higher Loyalty

Written by: James Comey
Narrated by: James Comey
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"Comey's conversational tone instantly connects with the listener, and hearing him deliver the book's highly charged contents in his own voice brings authenticity and immediacy to the presentation...This greatly anticipated, revelatory memoir needs to be heard." — AudioFile Magazine

The #1 New York Times Bestseller, now with a new preface!

In his audiobook, A Higher Loyalty, former FBI director James Comey shares his never-before-told experiences from some of the highest-stakes situations of his career in the past two decades of American government, exploring what good, ethical leadership looks like, and how it drives sound decisions. His journey provides an unprecedented entry into the corridors of power, and a remarkable lesson in what makes an effective leader.

Mr. Comey served as director of the FBI from 2013 to 2017, appointed to the post by President Barack Obama. He previously served as U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, and the U.S. deputy attorney general in the administration of President George W. Bush. From prosecuting the Mafia and Martha Stewart to helping change the Bush administration's policies on torture and electronic surveillance, overseeing the Hillary Clinton e-mail investigation as well as ties between the Trump campaign and Russia, Comey has been involved in some of the most consequential cases and policies of recent history.

More praise for A Higher Loyalty:

"It was essential that Comey himself narrate this book, not only because his absence would have distracted listeners familiar with his voice but also because only the author could credibly convey the range of raw emotions emanating from the experiences he shares from this most eventful of lives." - Booklist, Starred Review

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What the critics say

"[James] Comey's reading is polished and confident." -New York Times Book Review

"Only former FBI director James Comey himself could convincingly narrate this audiobook. Fortunately, Comey's conversational tone instantly connects with the listener, and hearing him deliver the book's highly charged contents in his own voice brings authenticity and immediacy to the presentation. Comey has a pleasant speaking voice, and he demonstrates a professional narrator's command of pacing and intensity." -AudioFile

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I came into this book with hints of scrutiny and looming doubt. I figured Comey was just trying to capitalize on a less than pleasant situation and write a book solely for the sake of doing so. I am glad to say I was wrong. This book teaches and educates leaders. From learning what not to do, it is a must-listen for any aspiring leader. #Audible1

Absolute must for aspiring leaders.

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Pleasantly surprised. Preview sounded as though it might be a little dull, but it was absolutely the opposite. I’m glad I finally listened to it!

It’s also politically neutral, which I was surprised by. After listening, however, you learn why that is (of you didn’t already know)!

Anyway, Comey handled the telling of this with a lot of respect, and it could have been told a thousand different ways. It would have been easy to come down on Trump in the final chapters and throw insults, but he sure rose above all that. Very well done.

Really great book.

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Very informative and factual and at the same time gripping. What an account from the top man in the FBI! Excellent narration and pace. Could not stop listening. #audible1

Excellent and truthful!

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This was written from the heart! Current relevant experience! The details of Comey's experiences were so well conveyed in this book. I felt like I was there. Thank you for sharing!

speechless!

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This was a pretty good story. Aside from the closing chapters that dealt with headline material, I found the majority of the author's story very interesting - perhaps worthy of a different novel (or two).

Some spots were a little preachy, but considering the author's position in society, this is not a criticism.

The author's voice work is good. Some chapters sounded mechanical in the beginning, however, as each chapter progressed, it is very detectable that the author was very engaged.

Recommended!

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