I too am trans, and formerly military. I chose to read this book, feeling it couldn't miss.
Kristin Beck herself says, in a comment to one of the reviews:
"The worst day of my life is when I signed a contract, with no legal counsel...
I was just divorced, came out transgender, thrown out of my house, punched in face by my sister... THEN a psychologist who was an author/publisher and claimed "many great books" patted me on the back and told me that she was my friend and would save me.
She then shook hands on a contract that would be for a book and only a book...now it turns out that contract gives her my entire life with no say over the quality of the "stuff" she puts out...hence the poorly edited book with various fallacies and incorrect data...She owns me like a slave from my birth until I die....
she is NOW trying to make a movie in hollywood about my life without me, totally cutting me out of my life story.
The worst day in my life was the day I met Advances Press and was swindled into a very very very bad contract. Evil, deceit and greed at its worst.
That is the truth.
Kristin Beck"
I couldn't say it better. The poor writing made it disappointing ot read. It seems Anne Speckhard worked hard on getting grammatical errors fixed only in the last chapter.
Kris is awesome.
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Warrior Princess: A U.S. Navy SEAL’s Journey to Coming out Transgender Kindle Edition
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"Speckhard and Beck have teamed up to give us one of the smartest andmost important books of the year. Warrior Princess is the story ofKristin Beck, formerly Chris, a decorated Navy SEAL and American patriot whofaced a lifelong struggle to come to terms with her gender identity.
The book could stand alone as an account of Beck's distinguished careerin the military, but Warrior Princess has a bolder message to send toits readers: transgender people are people... and some of them are even ournational heroes.
Beck is a natural protagonist...strong, hardworking, and deeplypatriotic. Every reader can relate to her, whether it's her coming of agestory, her decision to join the elite Navy SEALs, or even her coming to termswith her gender identity. And where Kristin's experiences differ from thereaders, Speckhard subtly exercises her understanding of psychology andsociology to bridge the gap.
Whether a pacifist or a hawk, advocate or opponent of LGBT equality, WarriorPrincess is a raw, honest, and surprisingly relatable read." OutServeMagazine
The book could stand alone as an account of Beck's distinguished careerin the military, but Warrior Princess has a bolder message to send toits readers: transgender people are people... and some of them are even ournational heroes.
Beck is a natural protagonist...strong, hardworking, and deeplypatriotic. Every reader can relate to her, whether it's her coming of agestory, her decision to join the elite Navy SEALs, or even her coming to termswith her gender identity. And where Kristin's experiences differ from thereaders, Speckhard subtly exercises her understanding of psychology andsociology to bridge the gap.
Whether a pacifist or a hawk, advocate or opponent of LGBT equality, WarriorPrincess is a raw, honest, and surprisingly relatable read." OutServeMagazine
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Selected as Top reads: The best military books of 2013 by Army Times, Marine Corps Times, Air Force Times, Navy Times
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"This momentous book shares vividly the real life experiences of a veteran SEAL who goes on to transition as a civilian. The raw adrenaline-packed events explicitly describe growing up, marriage, combat and leave and are experienced through anecdotes to the audience. The dramatic combat action and the shared emotional responses to both the war and the gender dysphoria are conviction of the traumas of both combat and transition. The book will be an inspiration to individuals struggling with gender dysphoria and seeking to find a way forwards. It will be a useful resource to share with important family members and friends to read in advance or alongside sharing plans of the change ahead for an individual." Professor Kevan Wylie, MD FRCP FRCPsych FRCOG; Director, World Professional Association for Transgender Health; President, World Association for Sexual Health
"Kristin Beck is to be commended for her courage under fire in the service of this great country and for her determination to share her story in spite of the negative consequences that most transgender people face when they come out. Warrior Princess is an action-packed book that demonstrates the "flight into hypermasculinity" I have observed in so many Veterans and active duty service members over the past thirty years of providing transgender health care in federal settings. There are thousands of transgender Veterans who can resonate with Kristin's story and benefit from the honesty embodied in this book. I highly recommend this exciting story as a modern day, amped up, sequel to memoirs from transgender Veterans such as Christine Jorgenson who have helped pave the path to acceptance over many years of struggle." George R. Brown, MD, DFAPA, Professor of Psychiatry, East Tennessee State University, Member - Board of Directors World Professional Association for Transgender Health, former active duty military psychiatrist
"As Kristin Beck is showing us, gender expectations are for the birds. You can be anything in this life regardless of gender identity and, best of all, be true to yourself because of it." Thomas Beatie, author of Labor of Love: The Story of One Man's Extraordinary Pregnancy
"To show that even a strong and patriotic Navy SEAL can be a transgender person totally blows away any stereotype of who trans people really are." Monica Helms, Founder and President of the Transgender American Veterans Association and author of Tales from a Two-Gendered Mind
"Chris/Kristin Beck is a true American hero, epitomizing professional and personal courage, both as a Navy Seal and as a transgender advocate in civilian life. She fought for this country to protect the democratic way of life she believed in. Now she shares her amazing story as she challenges the American principles of liberty and equality on the battlefield of gender expectations." Dina Titus, Ph.D., Politician and author of Bombs in the Backyard: Atomic Testing and American Politics
"Kristin Beck is a woman of extraordinary courage. Her story is an inspiration to all and a call to arms for those who wish to live authentically. Her bravery as a SEAL rivals the bravery she exhibits in crossing the seemingly inviolable gender boundary. Ms. Beck is a hero who has sacrificed for her country and shed light on this most misunderstood area of human behavior." Randi Ettner, Ph.D., author of Gender Loving Care, Confessions of a Gender Defender; editor of Principles of Transgender Medicine and Surgery --This text refers to the paperback edition.
"Kristin Beck is to be commended for her courage under fire in the service of this great country and for her determination to share her story in spite of the negative consequences that most transgender people face when they come out. Warrior Princess is an action-packed book that demonstrates the "flight into hypermasculinity" I have observed in so many Veterans and active duty service members over the past thirty years of providing transgender health care in federal settings. There are thousands of transgender Veterans who can resonate with Kristin's story and benefit from the honesty embodied in this book. I highly recommend this exciting story as a modern day, amped up, sequel to memoirs from transgender Veterans such as Christine Jorgenson who have helped pave the path to acceptance over many years of struggle." George R. Brown, MD, DFAPA, Professor of Psychiatry, East Tennessee State University, Member - Board of Directors World Professional Association for Transgender Health, former active duty military psychiatrist
"As Kristin Beck is showing us, gender expectations are for the birds. You can be anything in this life regardless of gender identity and, best of all, be true to yourself because of it." Thomas Beatie, author of Labor of Love: The Story of One Man's Extraordinary Pregnancy
"To show that even a strong and patriotic Navy SEAL can be a transgender person totally blows away any stereotype of who trans people really are." Monica Helms, Founder and President of the Transgender American Veterans Association and author of Tales from a Two-Gendered Mind
"Chris/Kristin Beck is a true American hero, epitomizing professional and personal courage, both as a Navy Seal and as a transgender advocate in civilian life. She fought for this country to protect the democratic way of life she believed in. Now she shares her amazing story as she challenges the American principles of liberty and equality on the battlefield of gender expectations." Dina Titus, Ph.D., Politician and author of Bombs in the Backyard: Atomic Testing and American Politics
"Kristin Beck is a woman of extraordinary courage. Her story is an inspiration to all and a call to arms for those who wish to live authentically. Her bravery as a SEAL rivals the bravery she exhibits in crossing the seemingly inviolable gender boundary. Ms. Beck is a hero who has sacrificed for her country and shed light on this most misunderstood area of human behavior." Randi Ettner, Ph.D., author of Gender Loving Care, Confessions of a Gender Defender; editor of Principles of Transgender Medicine and Surgery --This text refers to the paperback edition.
About the Author
Kristin Beck, formerly Chris Beck, served twentyyears as a U.S. Navy SEAL, going out on thirteen deployments--seven of them incombat. Chris Beck was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star withValor. Upon retirement Kristin served in the Office of the Secretary ofDefense, Science & Technology Office and continues to serve in a consultantcapacity to the U.S. Special Warfare Operations. Kristin is also thefounder of Healing Grounds, a newly formed nonprofit community serviceorganization focused on providing landscape assistance and psychosocial supportvia a nursery and a calming gardening experience for returning Iraq andAfghanistan veterans. Kristin recently "came out" transgender andsupports the LGBT community.
Anne Speckhard, Ph.D.is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Georgetown University MedicalSchool and author of Talking toTerrorists and Fetal Abduction
Anne Speckhard, Ph.D.is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Georgetown University MedicalSchool and author of Talking toTerrorists and Fetal Abduction
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- Publication date : June 1, 2013
- Language : English
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- Print length : 249 pages
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I was astounded by the poor quality of writing in this book; there are repeat pages, paragraphs & chapters that just hang suddenly, as if Anne Speckhard forgot where she left-off in any given chapter; the poor grammar, lack of punctuation, lack of correct spelling--at one point, the "Dr." does not even get her patient's name correct!!! To imply that a transgendered person may not know her own condition and that PTSD may be causing an imaginary belief in the desire to be socially accepted as a woman is to discredit the veteran that Speckhard is using as fodder for her own profoundly bloated ego, in my opinion. This is such a disrespectful, pointedly clear example of a patient preyed upon in their hour of vulnerable need, and a further example of the disrespectful quality of care rendered to the brave military vets who protect & defend our Nation. It is not a biography, nor even seems to be accurate in details. I am still astounded about Speckhard not even alluding to her 'patient' with the correct name on some pages!!! The publisher should be cringing at putting out such poorly written subject matter, and for supporting an author that clearly preyed upon a heroic Navy SEAL veteran in the worst possible fashion. This is such a clear ethics violation as to make me wonder how the publishing company is not sued, as well as the "doctor" who preyed upon the naïve combat veteran who suffers from many post-military service injuries, PTSD, continued emotional trauma, and the additional mental anguish from having to deal with the mess of this situation. Shame on the publisher and psychiatrist!!!
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Warrior Princess is the autobiography of a truly remarkable woman. Kris Beck was outwardly the very picture of masculinity as a highly decorated Navy Seal. Like many of us, she attempted to "overcome" her feelings of being female, by enlisting in the military. As a transgender veteran myself, I was drawn to the similarities I share with her, as do many others. The idea that going into a dangerous military field will turn us into men. Most of us, of course, don't take this attempt to her extreme as a Seal. Most heartening is the acceptance Kris received from her fellow Seals. Least is her rejection by her siblings, and lukewarm support from her parents. Kris' story is one of true resilience and courage. She is an inspiration to me to be brave and be myself and I hope her book inspires many more transgender people to have the courage to be themselves.
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This book was so stupendous.I could not put the book down! It's been so well written and fully understandble. When are people going to wake up and realize that transgender people are not going away.. Why can't society get a grip and understand that people are real and this disorder is real. God did not put these people here on earth to be tormented. They deserve a life just as much as anyone else does. Until the hatred and disrespect goes away, there is nothing that will change. God bless all transgender people. Carry on with your lives and be who you are. And those unwilling to love all that God put on this earth shame on you. Your day of judgement will come.
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pauline b
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 5, 2013Verified Purchase
This is a bravely written book and gives the reader an insight into the world of someone with gender dysmorphia
When this person lives within the macho world of the US Navy SEAL the transition becomes even more traumatic
I would recommend this book to anyone wanting some insight into this issue, or who wants to read a story of true courage and bravery
I have nothing but admiration for Kristen Beck for sharing her story
When this person lives within the macho world of the US Navy SEAL the transition becomes even more traumatic
I would recommend this book to anyone wanting some insight into this issue, or who wants to read a story of true courage and bravery
I have nothing but admiration for Kristen Beck for sharing her story
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Great story, needs editing
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 15, 2013Verified Purchase
I could relate to Kristin's childhood issues although I struggle with the conclusion. No less, I can acknowledge that Kristin's decision may be right for her.
The book was thoroughly enjoyable and I could hardly put it down. On the other hand, the editing was poor and makes Kristin seem somewhat less intellectually sophisticated than it could have. Someone that's capable of providing this level of leadership and technical insight probably can communicate better than this.
The book was thoroughly enjoyable and I could hardly put it down. On the other hand, the editing was poor and makes Kristin seem somewhat less intellectually sophisticated than it could have. Someone that's capable of providing this level of leadership and technical insight probably can communicate better than this.
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Bob Sergeant
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Kristen, I can't wait for your next book!
Reviewed in Canada on June 27, 2013Verified Purchase
Reading Kristin's book has made me appreciate the great importance of cultural competency and respect for fellow human beings who are different from me ethnically, racially, physically, professionally, sexually, socially, religiously, spiritually, economically, culturally, and any other ways -- and especially those who have been marginalized, shunned, and "othered."
I admire Kristin Beck for her courage then, and even more, her courage now.
I hope Kristin puts out more books about her service, and also about the transitioning into her new life, and perhaps even a novel or two. She could easily author a dozen books that could all become best-sellers. ( I agree with comments made about the need for better editing that others have made. I hope Kristin gets a top notch professional writer to help her with this.)
I imagine Kristin as a new "Amazon." The Amazons were a nation-tribe of all-female warriors, who Herodotus placed them in a region in modern Ukraine, where recent archeological finds of females buried in battle gear have confirmed their existence).
The role of the female warrior in modern combat has been underestimated, and I am confident Kristin is right that women will become SEALs and female warriors in other areas of service, alongside men.
I have never met Kristen Beck, but from her CNN interviews with Anderson Cooper, from her book, and some other sources, I imagine that she is a supremely candid, caring, competent and committed individual . I can't wait for Kristin's next book.
I admire Kristin Beck for her courage then, and even more, her courage now.
I hope Kristin puts out more books about her service, and also about the transitioning into her new life, and perhaps even a novel or two. She could easily author a dozen books that could all become best-sellers. ( I agree with comments made about the need for better editing that others have made. I hope Kristin gets a top notch professional writer to help her with this.)
I imagine Kristin as a new "Amazon." The Amazons were a nation-tribe of all-female warriors, who Herodotus placed them in a region in modern Ukraine, where recent archeological finds of females buried in battle gear have confirmed their existence).
The role of the female warrior in modern combat has been underestimated, and I am confident Kristin is right that women will become SEALs and female warriors in other areas of service, alongside men.
I have never met Kristen Beck, but from her CNN interviews with Anderson Cooper, from her book, and some other sources, I imagine that she is a supremely candid, caring, competent and committed individual . I can't wait for Kristin's next book.
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Fascinating story ill served by poor writer
Reviewed in Canada on July 14, 2015Verified Purchase
I am not sure to what extent Kristin Beck was satisfied by this rendering of her story. I find the writing botched. The story is unique and well worth looking into. This book doesn't really do it justice, unfortunately.
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honest and real...