Rogue Warrior books?

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I see that lots of people in this forum have read the Rogue Warrior series of books (particularly Green Team).

What are you thoughts on the books and would you recommend reading them?

Regards,

Ed
 
first one was okay, the rest (the fiction ones) got repetative and formulaic, but decent for a quick light read. they were fun though, though i wouldn't say they were *good*.

this is the same way i rate movies- things are rated on a goodness scale (citizen kane scores high on this, most porn scores low on this) and a funness scale: citizen kane scores low on this, and most porn scores high here :))
 
Although I have found some of his fiction entertaining in small doses, I have enjoyed his non-fiction more due to its relation to the overall history of U.S. Navy Special Warfare.
Marcinko (sp?) is quite a character. Regardless of the criticism, be it justifiable or not, the man has led a remarkable military careeer. This background makes for great stories. If you like his brand of storytelling then you will probably find his fiction series enjoyable, light entertainment.
 
I have read most of his books including his series on Management theory. When I really like the rouge warrior series of books. Though I have to agree with the others that much of his books are similar in content they always bring a chuckle and keep my interest. Bottom line is you have to take everything he says with a grain of salt and remember that it is just fiction. But to answer your question "would I recommend them?" I would highly recommend them. Just wanted to add my .02 cents to the discussion.

Mac
 
I have all of the Rogue Warrior books (and, I'm SUCH a geek, I had Dick autograph Rogue Warrior and Red Cell :D). I'll admit that they're repetitive (how many times can you save the world and do it orignally?) but fun. And, I prefer the non fiction books to the fiction, because they're non fiction. What I DO like is that he does weave some real things into the fiction.

And remember, he says in Red Cell that part of his parole stipulates that he can no longer write non fiction accounts of his time in the Navy. So, to quote Dick: "OK. From now on, I'll write "fiction".' So, you never know, guys - he really could be out there fighting the Russian mafia, and then writing about it under the guise of fiction. :D
 
While on the subject of books there is an aussie author called Robert G Barrett who has written quite a few books, they are funny and a mans mans book, with sexual references and street fighting, but there are just sooooooo funny cause the stories are so outragious, must read. he has a site www.robertgbarrett.com.au and u can read bits from his books. If any 1 he get a hold of them have a read......
if any1 would like a copy just let me know im sure we can work something out (still after some shirts...LOL :)
 
I too have the whole set (in hardback!), including The Real Team and his Leadership books. While I find his "fiction" repetative and somewhat hard to believe at times, I really enjoy the books. His writing style is kickass too! As a manager, I find that the Leadership books are truly motivating, and show he really does know how to lead people, be they shooters or business types. I've even adopted some of his leadership "tactics" into my own management style with great success. Marcinko's book series follows:

  • Rogue Warrior (1992) (Non-Fiction)
  • Rogue Warrior: Red Cell (1994)
  • Rogue Warrior: Green Team (1995)
  • Rogue Warrior: Task Force Blue (1996)
  • Leadership Secrets of the Rogue Warrior (1996) (Non-Fiction)
  • Rogue Warrior: Designation Gold (1997)
  • The Rogue Warrior's Strategy for Success (1997) (Non-Fiction)
  • Rogue Warrior: SEAL Force Alpha (1998)
  • Rogue Warrior: Option Delta (1999)
  • The Real Team: True Stories from the Real-Life SEALs in the Rogue Warrior Series (1999) (Non-Fiction)
  • Rogue Warrior: Echo Platoon (2000)
  • Rogue Warrior: Detachment Bravo (2001)
--Robert
 
I read Green Team. It was pretty good. He tells a good story, albeit he is no Shakespeare or (R.W.) Emerson when it comes to diction. Probably the best thing about reading the books is that you know the guy has "been there and done that", so he knows what he is writing about. As somebody has already pointed out, there is some kind of hint that his later books (after Rogue Warrior) might have some truth to it, even though it is written as fiction, "Variations on a theme" as somebody once called it. They are written in first person, which makes it more exciting in my opinion.
But, then again, Harry Potter is not written in first person, and it is exciting as well.

Anyways...
Personally, I did find Green Team to be too vulgar for my taste, so take note if you care about that kind of thing. I doubt that his other books are any different. I certainly hope his leadership books have more tact to them, but coming from a guy like him, there is no telling.
 
I am fortunate enough to be able to call this man my friend- Chief James'Patches' Watson.He has two books out.Point Man and Walking Point.His ranch is not far from my home.Nice guy too.Drink your arse under the table and leave you there.You want real?Try these two on for size.Big Wave Dave OUT:D
 
Well, I actually enjoyed the first three non-fiction books. Red Cell especially. And of course, these were the books that introduced me to the Emerson CQC6!

Flinx
 
I've enjoyed every book Marcinko has written especially Rogue Warrior, The Real Team, and the Leadership books. I've also enjoyed Chief Watson's books. There's another book called Hunters and Shooters that contains chapters from Marcinko, Watson, and Harry Humphries, that is pretty good.

As long as I remember that the fiction books are fiction and that Dick Marcinko's biggest fan is Dick Marcinko, I enjoy them.
 
I read the first three and really enjpyed "Rouge Warrior". I thought the next two were a bit of a let down, heh, too each thier own.

Speaking of good reading . . . the movie version of "Blackhawk Down" comes out tonight, might have to go see that! :D Also, I was at the video store the other night and the movie version of Andy McNab's "Bravo Two Zero" is out on video. Well worth viewing.
 
Call me a geek, but I loved every one of his books. I'm not big on realism as long as it's read with that in mind. They pass the time well when stuck on a plane for 13 straight hours. As long as you aren't looking for a "true-to-life-real-deal-military-action" documentary, they are worth the read.

John, 10-4 on the Blackhawk down novel. I just hope the movie is true to the book. (Of course, I wasn't there, so I don't even know if the book is accurate :) ).
 
I've read all the books. while I have never been an 'operator', I think more and more the books are the product of John Weisman and less and less, Marchinko. -Dick
 
Dick,
Weisman is now out of the pic so we'll see. Marcinko's next book is co-authored by Greg Walker, former executive editor of Fighting Knives magazine and author of a few good books himself.
BTW, GW has been around these forums lately, I suppose if he wants it known he'll introduce himself.
 
Interesting reads. I have read several. The one I recommend as a must read is "Rogue Warrior" the first book, non-fiction. I not too big on fictional books so the others were not for me.

But one of the best reads of non-fiction has to be "BLACK HAWK DOWN" by Mark Bowden that JohnH has already mentioned. Great book
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John

...the movie version of "Blackhawk Down" comes out tonight, might have to go see that
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DANGIT buddy...they said it was coming out on the 28th but here they are releasing it next week. :( From the film clips it looks as they may have done the book justice...I really hope so. The battle at Mogadishu was frantic...it looks like they have capture the essence of it.

Heres a link for more Dick'Rogue Warrior'Marcinko information
Rogue Warrior

(ps. Took me two years and two continents to finally track down a copy of 'Rogue Warrior'...it was worth the wait).

BLACK HAWK DOWN was even better
 

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BHD was intense as a book - can't wait for the movie!

Dave - Patches is another guy I respect. I have Point Man, but not Walking Point. He seems like a great guy! Not someone I'd want to cross, though. I bought my MOD Trident because he was involved in its design.

Malazo - too vulgar?? C'mon, man! This guy was a sailor! I'll bet the books are tame compared to "live" conversation. :D
 
OK . . . now I'm pissed off!! :mad:

I went out to see BHD, but gueass what? No theaters in my area were playing it! I do a check on line and it's only in L.A. and NY right now. I gotta wait three F'n weeks until it does a nationwide release!! :mad:
 
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