Scars and Stripes

An Unapologetically American Story of Fighting the Taliban, UFC Warriors, and Myself

By: Tim Kennedy, Nick Palmisciano

Narrated by: Tim Kennedy

From decorated Green Beret sniper, UFC headliner, and all around badass, Tim Kennedy, a rollicking, inspirational New York Times bestselling memoir offering lessons in how to embrace failure and weather storms, in order to unlock the strongest version of yourself.

Tim Kennedy has a problem; he only feels alive right before he’s about to die. Kennedy, a Green Beret, decorated Army sniper, and UFC headliner, has tackled a bull with his bare hands, jumped out of airplanes, dove to the depths of the ocean, and traveled the world hunting poachers, human traffickers, and the Taliban.

But he’s also the same man who got kicked out of the police department, fire department, and as an EMT, before getting two women pregnant four days apart, and finally, been beaten up by his Special Forces colleagues for, quite simply, “being a selfish asshole.”

With his vivid and stirring voice, Scars and Stripes “is an authentic gut punch of a life lived with grit, resiliency, and a never-quit attitude in the face of heartbreaking failures and incredible success that every American can learn from” (Patrick Murphy, veteran and former United States Under Secretary of the Army). Kennedy reveals that failure isn’t the end—rather it’s the first step towards unearthing the best version of yourself and finding success, no matter how overwhelming the setbacks may feel.

Simply amazing!!!!

Tim kennedy and Nick Palmisciano wrote an incredible book. Both Inspiring and heartwarming, and tear jerking at times. Captivating journey through an American hero’s life! This is in my top 5 non-fiction books I’ve ever read/listened to! I can’t recommend this book enough

A little deeper insight to the Tim Kennedy legacy.

I feel the story was well written and told well. There are some holes and some parts I wish where more detailed, but he is talking about his missions. It is narratwd by Tim Kennedy and he is entertaining. Overall, if you like TK you will enjoy this book. Energy, Heartache, Triumph, and and a love story for humanity. Looking forward to the next book 20 years from now.

Hard to turn off

I am glad Tim read this book himself. I’ve always enjoyed him on podcasts and it was great to have an in depth look into his life. His stories are unique and not anything like the life I have lived. I recommend this book to anyone who asks for a great book to read. It makes me want to sign up for his classes except I am nowhere near Texas. Maybe one day. But I would definitely want a second book from Tim. Im sure he has plenty more to tell.

Amazing book, like the author

This was an amazing account of Tim’s life thus far and allows a private first hand peak into one of the worlds most amazing individuals. This ranks up there with Cameron Hanes and David Goggins books. A must read/listen for those looking to make the most of life!

Amazing life stories from someone who grew to serve others

This is an amazing story of all of the challenges Tim Kennedy has faced and how he over came them. I have more respect for him now than ever before.