American Radical

Inside the World of an Undercover Muslim FBI Agent

By: Tamer Elnoury, Kevin Maurer

Narrated by: Peter Ganim

Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins

Publisher's summary

The explosive memoir of a Muslim American FBI agent fighting terror from the inside.

It's no secret that federal agencies are waging a broad global war against terror. But, for the first time, in this memoir, an active Muslim American federal agent reveals his experience infiltrating and bringing down a terror cell in North America.

A longtime undercover agent, Tamer Elnoury joined an elite counterterrorism unit after September 11. Its express purpose is to gain the trust of terrorists whose goals are to take out as many Americans in as public and as devastating a way possible. It's a furious race against the clock for Tamer and his unit to stop them before they can implement their plans. Yet, as new as this war still is, the techniques are as old as time - listen, record, and prove terrorist intent.

Due to his ongoing work for the FBI, Elnoury writes under a pseudonym. An Arabic-speaking Muslim American, a patriot, a hero: To many Americans, it will be a revelation that he and his team even exist, let alone the vital and dangerous work they do keeping all Americans safe.

©2017 Tamer Elnoury (P)2017 Penguin Audio

Critic reviews

"[A] multifaceted, action-packed account of real-life spycraft...Elnoury heightens the suspense in vividly described scenes...and provides insight into the worldview and intentions of al-Qaeda affiliates. There is never a dull moment in this intimate story of an American Muslim going to great lengths to serve and protect his country." (Publishers Weekly)

"The author reflects compellingly on the challenges of being a Muslim patriot, and he closes with a plea to resist wholesale bigotry: ‘Banning Muslims from the United States throws gas on the myth that the United States is at war with Islam.’ His tale of infiltration is exciting and clearly written.... A worthwhile, unique addition to the shelf of post-9/11 memoirs concerning the fight against terrorism." (Kirkus Reviews)

"The first time an active FBI agent has published a book remotely like it." (The Times, UK)

Informative!

Well written, structured and narrated. Much was learned while being entertained. Islam the religion vs extremism explained.

Absolute wonderful story.

Very well written, excellent story and I loved every minute. The narrator is excellent, perfectly fits the book.

Great story. Ok ending.

I would recommend this book. It is captivating. The ending was ok. I like that it was recent history.

Great Story

Where does American Radical rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Among audio books this one is somewhere in the middle.

What did you like best about this story?

The story is awsome!

Which character – as performed by Peter Ganim – was your favorite?

none

Any additional comments?

I started reading this book and could not put it down. I decided I would finish it with the audio book but just do not care for the narrator.

Outstanding Story

The Story is fascinating and a true retelling of a brave self sacrificial FBI agent!!

Kept me in my car

Interesting story about the behind the scenes efforts to catch some terrorists. A few times I was driving home from work and I stayed in my car for a few minutes in the driveway just to get to the end of the chapter. Narration is good and borders on funny as Peter Ganim changes his voice ad characters change. The only thing that's unusual is the "I said" as there is lots of it. Don't know how to around it given there are a lot of conversations being recounted. Worth the listen.

Amazing!

The agent is a great guy. He's totally dedicated to his religion and his country. The book explores the depth of faith, tradition, custom, enlightenment, caring and compassion of his religion. It's a presentation of what true faith is and what happens to the world when those with false motives use their faith as a cover to do wrong, especially in the face of their own religion. We could all stand to have a little more faith, a little more compassion and a little more understanding.

No better true crime

Narration: crystal clear and engaging.

Content: fascinating. Will make for one heck of an exciting and doable movie.

A MUST READ!

The story was entertaining! The message was powerful! Tamer Elnoury is an American Hero and I guarantee you there are so many more just like him!

A very significant & riveting work, in every way.

This Agent's work is to be commended, forever. "Tamer" is a Global Hero. God Bless You & Thank You!! The case grabbed me and shook me out of my false feeling of safety, immediately & never let go. Stupendous work and very important perspectives are shared, which the world needs to hear.