Book Reviews
“This book should be required reading for anyone who maintains a desire to learn about firefighting, or to put on the fireman’s uniform. Tom Dunne rose through the ranks of Fireman, Lieutenant, Captain, Battalion Chief and Deputy Chief. In Notes From the Fireground you learn what to expect from each. He not only knows how to talk the talk, but he shares the walks with you. You can trust him. He merges the intellectual with the street-smart to convince the reread of the fearlessness and the satisfactions that are found in the firefighter’s heart, and in the love of the job. It will become a classic.”
- Dennis Smith, author of Report From Engine Company 82
“Tom had an exemplary career in the FDNY and is able to tell a story of interest to all. FDNY members as well as non-members will be at times enlightened, amused and touched as he recounts, from his vast personal experience, life within the world’s greatest fire department Our Department has been blessed throughout our history to have attracted men and women like Tom Dunne. I thank him for telling our story in such a personal way.”
- Dan Nigro, Fire Commissioner, New York City Fire Department
“The stories Tom presents from his years in the FDNY can be applied to many current fireground operations. More importantly, he reminds us what the true spirit of what being ‘on the job’ is all about-helping the citizens whenever needed.”
- Peter Matthews, Editor-in-Chief of Firehouse magazine
"Dunne’s character work is the highlight of this novel; Jim and Karl both feel realistic, three-dimensional, and intriguingly flawed...the writing is clear and concise throughout, and Dunne’s descriptive imagery is often compelling..."
- Kirkus Reviews
“A thrilling, heart-pounding ride--climb aboard Ladder 57 and feel what it's like racing through Manhattan and the rush of responding to an "all-hands" fire. Dunne has done it again, this time taking you outside the firehouse and into the pressure-packed world of the FDNY as only a 33-year veteran can share."
-Lucas Tomlinson, Fox News correspondent
"Tom has now shown, once again his "way with words" in this wonderful story full of relatable characters...A fascinating read that I just could not put down."
-Dan Nigro, Former Fire Commissioner, New York City Fire Department
"A Moment in Time explores the personal and professional issues in the life of an FDNY firefighter as he struggles to come to terms with his impending marriage and a career which doesn't seem to be going anywhere fast. Dunne has created characters who are instantly believable, wholly realistic and the firefighters could have been picked straight from just about any firehouse. It had me gripped right to the very last page and the door has been left open for the story to continue - I want more!"
-Duncan J. White, Group Editor - MDM Publishing, Retired UK Fire Officer