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James McDevitt

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James McDevitt is a U.S. Army infantry officer and full-time firefighter from Alabama. With over twenty years of combined service, including multiple deployments to Iraq and Syria, he brings a deep respect for sacrifice, camaraderie, and resilience into his writing. He deployed as a lower enlisted soldier, a non-commissioned officer, and an officer, giving him the unique perspective of war from the ground up.

"His debut novel, A Walk Among Heroes, is a sweeping historical war saga that blends gritty realism with heartfelt storytelling, honoring both World War I and World War II veterans. Inspired by true stories and extensive research, his work explores themes of brotherhood, memory, and legacy." — ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazon review

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A Walk Among Heroes

4.80 avg rating — 113 ratings — published 2025 — 4 editions
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I’m so glad you’ve considered reading my first novel. I hope you thoroughly enjoyed it, and if not, I appreciate the time you’ve taken to consider my words. I love any and all critiques — they help me become a more well-rounded author.

If you’d like to know what I’m working on next, just ask. If you have any ideas or want to guess, that’ll be fun too. Maybe you can be the inspiration.
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The Broken Mirror by William A. Stephens Jr.
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I picked up The Broken Mirror expecting another veteran memoir. It ended up being something much more personal.

William Stephens Jr. doesn’t try to make himself look like a hero. In fact, one of the book’s biggest strengths is how willing he is to sho
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A Walk Among Heroes tells an absorbing, intimate tale spanning two world wars. First-person accounts by two combat veterans (one from each conflict) relate the enduring toll their wartime experiences imposed on themselves and their loved o" Read more of this review »
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"This was such a compelling story.
Even though is not my genre, I was always at the edge of my sit reading this and cheering for the MMC safety all the time.
Very emotional reading, can't wait for the second book!"
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"“A Walk Among Heroes is a deeply moving and emotionally immersive historical novel that captures the brutality of war, the bonds of brotherhood, and the lasting emotional scars carried by those who survive combat. James McDevitt combines military rea" Read more of this review »
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What an incredible debut. I love the dialogue and the spice, it's authentic. Between the Lines is a tale of love, redemption, and strength. It's a slow burn that keeps you wanting to turn the pages late at night when you should be sleeping. It's an i ...more
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