Thirteen Weeks of Hell

About the Book

This is the true story of an eighteen-year-old who went to Marine Corps boot camp. It will tug on your heartstrings, bring you to tears, and fill you with pride as you read about the experience of becoming part of the world’s finest and most disciplined of all branches, the United States Marine Corps! This book will bring you smiles and tears; you will finally understand what Marines go through to keep your families safe at night. This remarkable story will answer all your questions. It will take you right into boot camp as if you were there. You will feel the pain it takes to become the warrior you have all heard so much about. Your heart will pound as if Drill Instructors were in your living room.

About the Author

David Stivason was born in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, and grew up in nearby Sterling Heights. He graduated from Sterling Heights High School, where he played almost every sport, including hockey, football, baseball, and racquetball. He is especially proud of his mother’s athletic ability at racquetball; although they have played many games, he has never beaten her. Shortly after high school, Stivason became a US Marine. His remarkable story describes what it takes to become a US Marine combat warrior and will be followed by another book, What It Takes to Stay a Marine.