What Brothers Do

by Michael Everett Brown

What Brothers Do pulls readers not just through the trenches and ashes of Ground Zero after the fall of the Twin Towers, it draws us through the broken heart of Michael Brown, a brother who feels the loos, dread, fear--and hope--of finding his brother, Captain Patrick Brown, alive. "Paddy" Brown would surely survive--he was an FDNY superman--not even the devastation of the 9/11 terrorist attack would stop him! Could his heroism rise above evil? Keeping the memory of Captain Patrick Brown--a true American hero and U.S. Marine--alive is Michael Brown's quest. Paddy Brown was loved, revered and respected by everyone who felt his strength, sincerity and sense of purpose. His story, as experienced by his brother, brings life not just to his memory, but also to his irrefutable spirit as a man—one of 343 fire fighters and hundreds of first responders--who lived to serve and protect, yet perished, trying to save the lives of thousands of fellow New Yorkers. What Brothers Do follows the journey of the Brown brothers as one traces the life of a fallen icon and in the process, recreates his own. We stand in awe of the life of Paddy Brown and stand by his brother who knew only that he had to go find him. In doing so, he found pain but also loyalty and love and wrote the best book about 9/11. Add What Brothers Do to your library to complete your journey from the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center.

Genres: Memoir

394 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2010

Reviews

[Bill · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just finished this book. A real story of dedication to one’s sibling and the grief and loss it involves. Sadly Dr. Brown lost his stuggle with 911 cancer this week. RIP with your brother Patrick.

[Liz Kelemen · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an amazing RAW account of a brother on a mission to find his brother after 9/11. Emotional, triumphant, funny. Highly recommend.

[Erin Vanides · Rating 5 out of 5]

Written by my uncle about his brother who was a fire fighter in NY during 9/11. Wonderfully written. You won't want to put it down.

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow. This book surprised me in the best way. It takes you right there, inside of life in New York during 9/11, inside of firehouses while they’re losing so many friends, inside a family experiencing so much loss. I bought the book to support the author’s fundraiser and was sad he just lost his battle with cancer before I could say, this is an exceptional book.

[Alane Swain · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is no better book to tell the story of many American heroes. You’ll cry, you’ll laugh, you’ll wish the ending was somehow different even 20 years after one of the most tragic days in history. Dr. Brown, Capt Brown, may you rest in eternal peace

[Henry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ladder 3 great leader

I know of ladder 3 well due to their heroic ranks that included my dear friend Gerard Dewan. Great work, Dr. Brown!

[Patty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Emotional read. . . the tragedy and the aftermath for the heroes of 9/11. . .

[Sara Kremer · Rating 5 out of 5]

An incredible and moving story/tribute about a true American hero and the people who loved him. Honest, poignant, raw, and unforgettable.

[Kiki · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read. Emotional story and author brings you back to the weeks and months after Sept 11th here in nyc.

[Chas Barrie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Highly recommend.