Served in Silence - The Struggle to Live Authentically

By: Mark David Gibson

Narrated by: Arthur Rowan

Retired US Air Force captain Mark David Gibson makes his debut as an author with his memoir, Served in Silence. Join Mark as he takes you on his journey before, during, and after the military’s Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell policy. Walk right alongside Mark as he shares his story of guilt, shame, and secrecy, and draw inspiration as you witness him create a new life grounded in love, authenticity, and purpose. Served in Silence speaks to the heart of anyone struggling to live authentically and aims to inspire listeners to be brave and live firmly in their truth.

©2018 Mark David Gibson, LLC (P)2019 Mark David Gibson, LLC

What an incredible read (listen)

I really enjoyed this audiobook. The author's story is compelling and fascinating and certainly a timely topic. The narrator really makes this book come to life with superb audio narration quality. There were so many instances where I felt like I was a fly on the wall listening to this decorated soldier share his story of finding his truth and his struggle to live openly while serving in the military. There are so many lessons to learn and insights to gain around being vulnerable and open around how we treat one another that are applicable in our social climate in the present day.

Pulled in from the beginning

I thought I'd save this recording for my next long car ride, but I was hooked from the beginning and sat at my computer far longer than I expected to listen. I wanted to hear more about Mark and the journey he traveled. Both the writing and narration placed me firmly in the center of his story - as if I was there myself. I'm inspired by his vulnerability and openness, and amazed by all he's overcome.

Highly recommend!

One brave soldier - I salute you and your journey

Very well narrated; as I closed my eyes (as I do with audible books) and followed the phenomenal journey of Mark's struggle to discern what was proper and accepted to what was his reality and actuality. This is not a Hallmark story, this is life - a story of survival in a time when it was NOT OK to be true to yourself.
A compelling, heart-wrenching story that exposes the closed minds and cruel world that our children, siblings, family members AND our soldiers had to endure.
I salute you Mr. Gibson and thank you, not only for your service to our nation, but for the real strength it took to share your incredible journey.

Exciting and Inspiring Rollercoaster Ride Memoir!

Served in Silence is a memoir detailing a retired member of the U.S. Air Force who shares his life story before, during, and after the military's 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy. The book chronicles the author's real-life highs and lows on an epic rollercoaster ride through life in the 1970s through the 2000s, and his struggle to deal with both his sexual identity and life inside and outside the military. A rare view into the life of a gay military service member, this story is about more than military experience but also human authenticity. Served in Silence provides valuable lessons to readers of all ages while entertaining as you travel through Mark's life from small town America to the war-torn Middle East.

The narrator does an excellent job of telling this story with a relatable and engaging voice that makes you want to keep listening. This is an important book for the unique perspective of the military's Don't Ask, Don't Tell era as well as lessons to apply to current day as the U.S. is banning transgender people from military service.

You will enjoy this well-written (and well-narrated) book that is full of life stories and lessons that are heartfelt, exciting, nostalgic, thought-provoking, and inspiring. Be prepared for lots of twist and turns! Let's hope the next step is a movie!

Great story of value of being authentic

Thought the audio book narrator did a great job bringing the story to life. Really vivid images. The author’s life stories are funny, tragic, colorful, inspirational. I can see the whole story playing out like a movie. The heartbreak of the war stories compared to the hysterical images of the flamingos in the pool, contrasted with the saga to find and heal himself in Costa Rica... it just pulls you right along for the journey. Highly recommend.