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Summary
In this adventure-filled memoir, Joaquin Jackson recalls what is was like to be the Ranger who responded when riots threatened, violence erupted, and criminals needed to be brought to justice across a wide swath of the Texas-Mexico border from 1966 to 1993.
I finished listening to this book in just three days, which is pretty quick for me. I was completely engrossed in it and it held my attention from start to finish. I'll definitely be looking for more books about the Texas Rangers to read or listen to in the future!
Mostly just a bunch of fluff to push a poorly written political agenda. If this is supposed to be a true story about someone, they should have pursued a career as a social worker or a political lackey, because this book feels painfully forced and unrealistic.
This memoir takes you on an intriguing adventure into the life of a ranger! I was captivated by a love story that was completely different from my own, eagerly anticipating the next chapter. Although the narrator's voice had a "Sam Elliot" quality to it, there wasn't much variation in tone. However, the compelling nature of the story made me overlook this as I delved deeper into the book.
This book is absolutely amazing and definitely worth giving a listen. Being a Texas Peace Officer myself, it really provides a valuable perspective. It truly deepens your love for this great State, knowing that there were brave individuals like him who dedicated their lives to protecting it.
I really liked this memoir. The narrator isn't flawless, but not totally awful either. His accent really draws you into the heart of Texas.
I appreciated the concise historical information shared in the book. It adds to the story without being dull. The plot isn't mind-blowing, but it's definitely an enjoyable break.
Being a Texan myself, but currently residing on the East Coast, I was truly captivated by this intimate depiction of a Texas Ranger's journey in "One Ranger: A Memoir". I thoroughly enjoyed listening to it during my daily commute, eagerly anticipating each new chapter. The narrator's tone and accent were spot on, although it was evident that he wasn't familiar with Texas as he occasionally mispronounced certain place names. This audiobook struck a perfect balance between moments of sadness and humor, although towards the end, it did become slightly repetitive. Nevertheless, it managed to keep me engaged from start to finish.
I'm really let down by this rendition of what should've been a thrilling story. My family members, who have firsthand knowledge of the legendary "Ranger Jackson" and have actually worked with him, have shared incredible tales with me. Naturally, I was excited to come across this memoir. However, the narration lacks excitement and fails to bring the story to life. It's disheartening to hear the narrator even mispronounce the names of certain towns in Texas. Due to the subpar narration, I found it quite challenging to stay engaged with the story. The audiobook only manages to succeed when the captivating story and the remarkable Mr. Jackson manage to shine through the lackluster delivery.
This dude named Mr. Jackson was a total badass Texas Ranger for like 30 years, from the swinging 60's to the rad 90's. He's got a mix of charm, wit, grumpiness, and stubbornness, but man, can he spin a yarn. I'm pumped for the next installment, dude.
First, he kicks things off by sharing his own personal history. Then, he skillfully weaves in the fascinating history of the Texas Rangers, along with stories of the people he knew and wanted to know. He even shares the epic tale of the lone Texas Ranger who scored not one, but two medals of valor. And get this, he goes all out and tracks down one of the criminals he nabbed after a daring jailbreak, riding through the wilds of Texas on horseback. It's clear that Jackson had a blast reconnecting with the guy.
Sure, there were a few hiccups in the narration, but honestly, who cares? I was too hooked on hearing what wild story he'd tell next.
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