A Higher Loyalty: Truth, Lies, and Leadership Hardcover – April 17, 2018

I am so glad I read this book

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Nadinefa1

May 16, 2018

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Humbling, illuminating, sincere and truly informative. As someone who has no interest in politics and very little insight into the world of law enforcement, I am so glad I read this book. Thanks Dir. Comey for your service and moral leadership.

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May 22, 2018

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I found all the disgruntled hype concerning the book to be unfounded: obviously the detractors did not read it. The first 10 chapters, out of 14, had absolutely nothing to do with Trump. This was a mini-biography of James Comey, and THIS was interesting. I found the writing to be honest, sometimes funny and enlightening. He not only pokes fun at situations but also at himself. I think my biggest surprise was to find out he considered himself to be a bully, back in the high school/college days

The last 4 chapters were about Russia interference in the 2016 election. There was no smoking gun, no "alternate" facts, just a blow by blow of what actually happened and his feelings/concerns while our democracy is being blown up. In my opinion, the Epilogue was his best writing, open, honest, heart-felt and very moving. Job well done James Comey!

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Terrific book completely misrepresented by the media

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Sunshine

May 28, 2018

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As other reviews note, this book is extremely well written and and a great read. I am truly inspired by it to try to uphold truth and morality wherever I see it being abused. The “salacious” information about Trump’s appearance is literally one paragraph, and that paragraph doesn’t read like tabloid fodder at all, just observations. The way various newscasters and commentators highlighted over and over again this minuscule section of the book upon its publication is absurd. The book is really an autobiography of Comey’s life but focused on those personal experiences that dealt with leadership, ethics, and judgment. Trump supporters need to read it and think long and hard about their next votes for federal office. I do not see how anyone can read Comey’s book and come away with anything but tremendous confidence in and respect for him. It’s clear who the truth teller is where the Russia investigation is concerned, and it’s not our commander-in-chief.

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May 20, 2018

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James Comey weaves his experiences and principles, and their impact on his FBI leadership and difficult decisions he had to make during his tenure. Many have said this book was written too soon after his post at the FBI... I disagree. In these times of dysfunctional partisanship it is important to have an unveiling of unprincipled leadership in our country (on both sides of the aisle). Book reveals the spineless actors in the days surrounding the 2016 elections - both surprising and disappointing.

I enjoyed the moments of humor. The only disappointment is the book did not reveal anything about alien disclosures. *smile and a wink*

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May 27, 2018

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I knew that the majority of the book was not about what happened from 2016-2017 based on the reviews. Corey's historical background was necessary because it helped build his character, ethics, and leadership. We should be honored that he served as the FBI leader and hope that he instilled in his employees the necessary ethics to carry out the mission of the FBI in these challenging times.
It is a relief to know that the FBI is strong as a result of his leadership and not in shambles as Trump states today. We must remember what Trump said to Leslie Stahl that if he attacks the media for "fake news", more people will believe he is right and the truthfully reported news is not. He has admitted that fake news is news he does not agree with.
Comedy had to write this book to set the record straight. I hope younger people read it for a better understanding of the role of the FBI and the DOJ. It is an easy read and I couldn't put it down.

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A welcome truth for our times

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Tom Betz

May 26, 2018

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James Comey brings an insider's view to government at the highest levels over the administration of three U.S. Presidents. He is observant and knowledgeable about the leadership abilities of the administrators he has worked with over the years and gives believable insights as to who and who does not have those abilities. Yes, he does come across as a staunchly moral human being, as some pundits have criticized. When morality as applied to the inner workings of government becomes a bad thing, we are well on our way to a civilization in decay. What also comes across in this well-written, easy-to-read book is his love of country and its institutions and the people who show up to work every day to keep it running, despite the vagaries and cowardices of some of its elected and appointed leaders. It's a necessary read for our times.

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Well written book of inspiration for integrity and truthfulness.

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Duane Buerstetta

May 17, 2018

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Very well written book about so much more than Donald Trump and his trouble with the truth. James Comey illustrates the value of integrity and truthfulness with his own real life experiences.

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A man I want to dislike, but find myself admiring

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