A review by jayfr
The Only Plane in the Sky: An Oral History of 9/11 by Garrett M. Graff

5.0

“Time is passing. Yet, for the United States of America, there will be no forgetting September the 11th. We will remember every rescuer who died in honor. We will remember every family that lives in grief. We will remember the fire and ash, the last phone calls, the funerals of the children.” —former President George W. Bush

Everyone should read this book. It's heart-wrenching, achingly honest and brutal, yet at the same time it's uplifting tales of heroism and sheer determination show that the events of 9/11 have shaped modern history unlike any other.

I'm a Brit, and I remember watching the events unfold on Sky News. For hours I sat transfixed, staring at the screen thinking "no, this can't be happening". 9/11 affected everyone across the globe and stands as a lesson in humanity.

18 years have passed since that fateful day and I still remember the feeling of shock and heartfelt prayers for those that lost their lives.

Would I recommend... Yes - wholeheartedly
Would I read again... Yes, but in a few years.