Reviews
“As if ripped from the pages of a diary, "Silent Freedom" is a salt-of-the earth-tale of loss, faith, and triumph as an American soldier and mother. Aurea Franklin's courage and love shine through the heartbreaks of war. A good read for anyone who spent Christmas in the trenches.”
“In Silent Freedom, U.S. Army Veteran Aurea Franklin weaves together compelling stories of COURAGE, love, loss, and war. Despite the many hardships Aurea encounters, her unshakeable faith and positive outlook on life keep her going, guiding her to the next part of her journey. Her memoir imparts in you a sense of courage and hope, one that stays with you long after you finish the book.”
— Chloe T.
“Aurea Franklin's personal and shared experiences are impeccably reconstructed in this memoir, which is sure to inspire both veterans and civilians hungry for an unfiltered yet hopeful account of life both before, during, and after deployment to Iraq.”
— HS.
“Aurea Franklin blazes through her memoir armed with a powerful combination of righteousness and stalwart morals, leaving a trail of inspiration in its wake. .... This memoir shows powerfully how important having and using silent freedom is, and just how much value it can bring in the form of a rich and fulfilling life—one that will later make a terrific read.”
Throughout her story, Aurea’s faith and Silent Freedom pull the reader with her through 4 deployments. This story is inspirational for anyone facing the challenges of life; her spirit and her strong faith fill the heart. Aurea has an unwavering faith, patriotism, and love of Freedom, that leaves the reader feeling the same. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys inspirational stories. — DAVID P.
“Aurea Franklin blazes through her memoir armed with a powerful combination of righteousness and stalwart morals, leaving a trail of inspiration in its wake. .... This memoir shows powerfully how important having and using silent freedom is, and just how much value it can bring in the form of a rich and fulfilling life—one that will later make a terrific read.”