Sam Houston and the Alamo Avengers

The Texas Victory That Changed American History

By: Brian Kilmeade

Narrated by: Brian Kilmeade

The New York Times bestseller now in paperback with a new epilogue.

In March 1836, the Mexican army led by General Santa Anna massacred more than two hundred Texians who had been trapped in the Alamo. After thirteen days of fighting, American legends Jim Bowie and Davey Crockett died there, along with other Americans who had moved to Texas looking for a fresh start. It was a crushing blow to Texas’s fight for freedom.

But the story doesn’t end there. The defeat galvanized the Texian settlers, and under General Sam Houston’s leadership they rallied. Six weeks after the Alamo, Houston and his band of settlers defeated Santa Anna’s army in a shocking victory, winning the independence for which so many had died.

Sam Houston and the Alamo Avengers recaptures this pivotal war that changed America forever, and sheds light on the tightrope all war heroes walk between courage and calculation. Thanks to Kilmeade’s storytelling, a new generation of readers will remember the Alamo—and recognize the lesser known heroes who snatched victory from the jaws of defeat.

Critic reviews

“A gripping, pulse-pounding tale that’ll have you turning the pages faster than you can say, ‘Remember the Alamo!’ Nobody does history like Brian Kilmeade!”
—Brad Thor, author of Backlash and Use of Force

“In this thrilling book, Brian Kilmeade reimagines Houston’s bold life as a frontiersman, war fighter, and statesman for a new age.”
—Marcus Luttrell, retired Navy SEAL and author of Lone Survivor

“Every page sparkles with historical insights, fine writing, and fast-paced, Western-style action. A must-read!”
—Douglas Brinkley, author of American Moonshot

“We Texans know how special our history is. Now, thanks to Brian Kilmeade’s new book, the rest of the country can also celebrate the way defeat gave way to glory.”
—Mark Cuban, owner of the Dallas Mavericks

“This story shouldn’t be possible—and yet it is, filled with unlikely heroes forced to face staggering odds. Like our country itself, Sam Houston & the Alamo Avengers staggers, inspires, and reminds us of the power of real leaders.”
—Brad Meltzer, author of The First Conspiracy

“This magnificent jewel of a book is Brian Kilmeade’s finest yet. The narrative is by turns riveting, poignant, and irresistible, while the scholarship is impeccable. What an achievement!”
—Jay Winik, author of April 1865 and 1944

“Kilmeade tells a tale of early Texas history that echoes vibrantly today in the courage, honor, and commitment of the U.S. military serving around the world. A masterpiece!”
—Admiral James Stavridis, 16th Supreme Allied Commander of NATO and author of Sailing True North

“A fast-paced romp through the Texas Revolution that feels more like a novel than nonfiction. Kilmeade presents the leaders of the Lone Star State as the flawed and fearless heroes they truly were, and their David and Goliath story that changed American history is riveting reading.”
—Stephen L. Moore, author of Eighteen Minutes and Texas Rising

"As a historian who has spent years working with the public, I believe the stories we tell should be accessible, interesting, and accurate. Brian Kilmeade hits all three points in Sam Houston & the Alamo Avengers."
—Dr. Richard Bruce Winders, author of Mr. Polk's Army, Crisis in the Southwest, and Sacrificed at the Alamo

Enthusiasm in reading makes story come to life

Brian Kilmeade is obviously a huge fan of the Texas Revolution based on the gusto with which he reads the accurate account he has penned. As a descendant of a delegate to the Convention of 1832 and the Consultation of 1835 I have studied many accounts of the period. As a sixth generation Texan a few names of people and places could have been pronounced better, but we can let that slide, ya’ll.

The fight for Texas independence

The excellent retelling of the Texas independence story. Kilmeade’s recounting of a familiar story was very thorough and very accurate. As an old Texan who first heard the story before I started to school and them every year through the seventh grade, I found this book to be entertainingAnd extremely well written.

A proud Texans’s perspective ; this is how we roll.

I was grateful that this book was written to share the story of my beloved state. I was pleased to discover some fine details that I did not learn in my 6th grade Texas history class, nor by my personal research over the years.

This book captured the spirit of Texans as we are - still to this day. I see this time and time again when disaster strikes our state : hurricanes, horrific fires, etc. Texans don’t wait for the federal government’s help- we roll up our sleeves - men and women of every race, ethnicity , religion, sexual orientation , etc , and begin to help rebuild and restore - immediately.

We are a proud people. This book sheds some insight as to where that comes from.

The only reason it’s not a five star review is the narration. I have a feeling that a native Texan was not consulted on the pronunciation of names of people and places.

Additionally, I think Kilmeade is a great guy and have enjoyed his presence on tv for many years. However, I felt as if someone was reading to me as a school-aged child. His reading was passionate, but the tone and pace was not what I’d expected .

Nonetheless , I do highly recommend this book to anyone who loves Texas and/or wants to learn more about her.

Thank you Brian for this book.

Honest straight forward story of my state- flawed men and women who loved freedom enough to give all for it.

Brian Kilmead did a wonderful job writing and reading this excellent story. Missed a few pronunciations of “Texas” words but we gladly make allowances for anyone willing to tell our remarkable history.

I’m from Texas!

I love how it spoke to my imagination. I have a stronger appreciation of their sacrifice