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REVIEWS AND TESTIMONIALS
PRE PUBLICATION
We did a test review of this book for feedback, before sending it to the publisher .
Three Veterans; two were in combat,
Three Pastors; one was a Veteran,
Three Civilians; two were Pastors.
They were asked a variety of questions about the cover, subject matter, was this book informative on PTSD, and if so did it help you personally. The returned responses to all questions were: 100% Yes and Positive
Several said “I’m not a reader, but this book pulled me in”.
MOST IMPORTANTLY: What did you learn about PTSD from this book that you did not know before?
Pastor: How to help a Veteran with PTSD.
Veteran: We are not alone in this struggle.
Combat Veteran: It shows me how to react to a Veteran in distress.
Combat Veteran: Although triggers are different the outcome of what we feel and go through is the same. We are not alone!
Civilian: I never understood what PTSD was until I read this book; it makes me have a deeper respect for all those who have served our Country.
Korean War Veteran: Very much, before I read this book, I thought PTSD was only a war time result, but now I realize it can be caused by other traumatic events as well.
Would you recommend this book to a Veteran dealing with PTSD? 100% Yes
Pastor Mike Whitt: As I read “PTSD, The Beast Within,” I found myself weeping on numerous occasions, realizing the extent of what our men and women go through after their time of serving. Pastor Mike Whitt, New Life Ind. Baptist Church
H.D. Williams, M.D., Ph.D. ~ U.S. Army Physician Retired This book will be tremendously helpful for any who suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), including veterans, policemen, firemen; doctors, nurses, or anyone exposed to the vulgarities and trauma of life.
Vietnam Combat Veteran This book will help both the Veteran and their family understand PTSD better.
POST PUBLICATION
Candace Kidman: I learned things I didn’t know about my dad, and now I understand him better.
Pastor Doug Foster: Your book has helped my father-n-law.
Preston Davis: Just wanted to let you know how much of a blessing your book is! I brought it to school with me because I work with some students that have serious anger issues. Today I asked if anyone wanted to read it and one did. He said “it’s one of the best books I’ve ever read and it changed my life”; it’s making an impact.
Amy Hicks: I’ve started reading it, I think it will help me to understand what my dad went through when he came back from Vietnam.
Rodger Powell: Reading this book has given a little better prospective on the struggles of those with PTSD. It has also given me a bigger burden for them as well.
Randy Kidman: As a combat veteran the book was an easy read that pulled me in so as to want to read more of it. There is helpful information for people with PTSD. I feel from my perspective that it would especially be of value for families that have someone that has PTSD to read. It would help them to understand what those of us that have it deal with, and what is going on in our heads. Anyone reading it needs to plan on reading it in one day, two at the most. I put it down twice but read it through in one day.
Mac: PTSD The Beast Within is a powerful addition to the growing body of literature surrounding PTSD. Doctor Kidman served in a frontline field artillery unit during the First Gulf War and writes from experience. It is that firsthand knowledge that resonates throughout the book. It is well written and the pages flowed as I read it. I was able to get through in just two sittings, taking my time to let the stories and the lessons absorb. What I found equally powerful was the connection to a healing path through faith. I knew Sergeant Kidman during the war and served with him. He was kind and compassionate then and he has devoted his life to helping veterans. I am honored by his friendship and moved by his most recent book. If you or anyone that you know has struggled with trauma and its lingering aftermaths, read this book and learn why and how the mind and body respond the way that they do from situations and experiences that remain indefinable and know that you are not alone.
Jeff Neff: Very relatable as a Vet with PTSD. At first, it seems like another book from an old Vet just telling stories. Then, you quickly get the sense that there is a purpose for this. Each new experience he kept sharing was what kept him feeling isolated from society. We are not alone and we can truly count on God to get us through those hard times. Well written and organized. Very much enjoyed the biblical lessons drawn from this book.
Mike Palkki: Your book was a great blessing to me, and even after struggling with PTSD myself for over 10 years now, I had several light bulb moments that I didn’t understand or connect with PTSD
Daniel Tellez: Written by my good friend and Army Brother whom I worked with and stood next to in Desert Storm.
Korean War Veteran: approached me at a Community Veteran’s event and said “Someone gave me your book on PTSD. I haven’t read all of it yet, but what I have read has helped me immensely!”
Amazon Verified Customer: Good book for us Gulf War guys. The author really helped me out on a personal level that no one else has ever done.