This is an amazing woman with an amazing story to tell. Very easy read. Very thought provoking!

This incredible story really needs to be read in conjunction with "Into the Wild" / by Jon Krakauer.
No two people are the same for we are all unique individuals. But both of these stories involve very bright people, surrounded by very supportive friends and systems. Both of the main characters and people around them came face to face with incredible tragedy. Some chose to rely on philosophy. Some became stronger and some went into a destructible tailspin. In my opinion, these two fantastic books illustrate that it all comes down to faith, character and personal choices.

This book is interesting and touching. It's just amazing how God helps people through their trials.

This is a Must read book about one of the heros on flight 93.It is abook about Todd Beamer's Life,how he lived it fully,His spiritual life then the fateful day.

This book isn't what I thought it would be. I wasn't sure what I was expecting, but I felt drawn to Lisa because of our similar age and family situation.

Through reading this book, I felt more like this book was written for Lisa's children. Maybe they are the ones who she had in mind while writing this book, because the book oozed with details that I feel would be most special to her children and family as time goes on. At times, I almost felt like I was intruding into another family's life. But, how easy we can forget those details unless they are written down. I can imagine this book will be the most special and important to her children and family as they grow older.

I read this book shortly after it was published. As a child in a family where my father died before I was born, though not of a tragedy like 911, and a very resilient mother who raised me and three older siblings to be resilient and trust in God no matter what the circumstances, I identified very much with what she wrote. I also saw the understanding in her losing her father at a young age. She expressed this well telling what can help others in what was a public tragedy. I find it very encouraging to her and her children and agree with them, "Let's Roll!" It is a book of teaching people to be kind and to respond to cruelty with kindness towards others.

I really wish a family member of mine had died in the terrorist attacks so I could write a biography about them, a completely unknown and unimportant person, in an attempt to make money. I hope Lisa rots in hell for this shameless display. The book is horrible. There is nothing heroic about dying. Lisa Beamer's "non-profit" organization exists to make money. Who cares about Todd Beamer's childhood? If he was someone important, all the cliched stories might mean something, but he was just another victim. Imagine if every widowed wife wrote a book like this. We would quickly see what a scam it is. You idiots deserve to die for liking this book. If you disagree with me, then you are wrong.

I have not read this latest version of Let's Roll, but I had read the original version after the death of Todd Beamer. I lent my original version to my aunt & she never returned my book. I was so happy to have purchased this one as Lisa Beamer has updated her kids pictures, it is so nice to see how they have grown. Lisa Beamer is a very stong willed woman with 3 small children to raise alone, I don't think I could have been as strong as she has been.. This book will bring you to tears & also make you laugh, it is well written by a very strong & well rounded woman..

I have not read this latest version of Let's Roll, but I had read the original version after the death of Todd Beamer. I lent my original version to my aunt & she never returned my book. I was so happy to have purchased this one as Lisa Beamer has updated her kids pictures, it is so nice to see how they have grown. Lisa Beamer is a very stong willed woman with 3 small children to raise alone, I don't think I could have been as strong as she has been.. This book will bring you to tears & also make you laugh, it is well written by a very strong & well rounded woman..

I rate this book F for FANTASTIC. This book tells the story of her husbands early life, family, her early life, and their life together and about her religious faith, childrens welfare, and determination. It is such a heartwarming well written book and a very beautiful, and poignant story. I feel for this courageous and admired woman for her strength and determination. I cried during some parts of the book but its not a depressing story but very touching and moving. I love this book and people who are thinking of buying it should definitely read this book. I bought this book at a book fair at work along with Growing up King. Both books are fantastic. Money well spend on both books.

If you or anyone you know have suffered tragic loss of any kind, this book shows how one woman put everything into eternal perspective. She inspires me and I have thanfully not been through anything near what she has. Buy it, read it and pass it on!

Had the sales dwindled so now there is a paperback edition in 2006?

"Let's Roll" is the story of the lives of Lisa Beamer of her husband Todd, who was killed aboard United Flight 93 on September 11th, 2001. Lisa's recital of that fateful day and its aftermath was fascinating. Beginning with the mundane sounds of a man dressing in preparation for a business flight, and ending in horror and death, the contrast of suburban ordinariness with blood and terror is gripping.

Unlike some, I will not criticize Lisa Beamer for her decision to write the book. Whatever her actual character, her experience shields her (as far as I am concerned) from negative remarks about her character or her motives. Some, however, might be disturbed by elements of Lisa's brand of Christianity, which has little room for those who do not believe in Jesus.

I found the chirpiness and sentimentality of the pre-9/11 material to be almost intolerable. If you prefer your biographies with a little edge, I'd suggest skipping the first third of the book.

Short on insight, long on cliche and platitude, and written from a very sheltered perspective, "Let's Roll" is nonetheless a valuable lens into the very real anguish of one 9/11 family. While I found its version of Christianity off-putting, my wife found it to be an inspiring story of how faith can pull you through hardship. So, there you go.

Lisa Beamer writes a book that is sure to connect with many others who have experienced tragedy first-hand. Giving us insight into her life as well as Todd's, she does a good job setting the story up for us to better understand what life is like after 9-11 and the tragic crash of her husband's plane. I learned many things about the United flight that I didn't know before, and the writing helps you to feel like you are right there with her, experiencing the tragedy up close and personal. I'm usually not an emotional person, but this had me wiping away a few tears. Lisa's belief in God sustained her through this time of tragedy, and the story is uplifting for everyone who had to go through similar circumstances on that fateful September day. For the rest of us Americans, we too can feel like we were there because, ultimately, we were. May God bless Lisa and the Beamer clan.

Undoubtedly, Todd Beamer deserves all of the accolades for being such a hero on the 9-11 flight that was forced down in Pennsylvania. And, our hearts go out to Lisa Beamer and his family who did nothing to deserve such a horror at the hands of the terroists.

That said, this book is a disppointment. The coverage of the horrible events themselves and the follow up activites of Ms. Beamer are quite informative and make for good reading. However, the first 160 pages, or so, going over the lives and experiences of the Beamers prior to 9-11 are kind of like filler so the book will have enough pages. But, the alienating thing for me was Ms. Beamer's turning the book into too much of a Christian tract. I wouldhave enjoyed the book more if she had refrained from so much "witnessing" and stayed with the story.

If you are looking for a true to the heart and inside look into one of the heros of the Flight 93 group that save countless from the further damage of the terrorist, this book is for you. Not only does Lisa the wife of Todd Beamer talk about what she felt and what she found out on that day. She details her family life with Todd and it reveals what type of man he was. Not only devoted to his family but Todd and Lisa's strong foundation in their faith in the Lord to guide them through various trials in life. It's a true heartwarming and eye=opening type of story. I would highly recommend it!

This was an excellent story. It is written by a Christian from a Christian point of view, and tells the tale of just one of the thousands of families effected by the tragedy of 9-11. The Beamers were ordinary people with ordinary lives, when a tragedy dropped into the middle of everything. The hope that Lisa has in Christ shines through. This was a lesson she learned early in life when tragedy struck her family. I think many people who have suffered in life will identify with Lisa. I was encouraged and edified by this book.

Role model for every American patriot. May his tribe increase!
The Nation needs men and women of such right thinking and bold action when it is threatened by enemies within and without.

I ordered this book for my 14 year old Freshman son to read for school. He is not fond of reading, but finished it in record time and is insisting that I read it. I have not read it yet, but intend to. If a 14 year old boy thinks it is great, it must be!

I chose to read Let's Roll because it is a true story about the tragedy that occurred on September 11, 2001. When I read this book it was hard for me to imagine what I would do in a situation that Lisa Beamer (author) was given. I gave this book a high rating because it showed me how much pain the terrorists brought families all around America. Lisa was left to care for 3 young children whom would grow up without a father. She showed a lot of strength to be able to write a book shortly after what had happened to her husband Todd. This book also was good because it showed the amount of courage and pride our country has. I like how the book reveals so much about what happened on her husband's flight that depressing day. Lisa Beamer writes about everything from Todd's childhood to his memorial service. After reading Let's Roll, it inspired me to be kind to people even people I don't know because it starts a chain reaction.

After reading the book I was left with a feeling of speculation.
No one knows what happened on the plane which took 44 people to
their deaths.I had a sense of sadness when she kept bringing
up "God's Will" Sometmes human beings make choices wether
positive or negative which unfortunatley determine other's
destiny.We also don't know how many other passengers were involved in this or if the hijackers simply gave up and had a
fight and the plane crashed.Ok,I have to say I feel there was
much Christian dogma presented in the book.I can understand how Lisa could find it comforting but at times it comes across as
more of a book of preaching than experience from a great and
horrible loss.I feel for her and the book gave important
general information.

Lisa begins the book by describing the events of the early morning of Sept. 11, 2001. She and her husband Todd had just returned from a European vacation the day before, and Todd was leaving early that morning to travel on business. She heard him leave before she and her boys, David, age 3, and Drew, age 19 months, got out of bed. Several months into her third pregnancy and tired from her long flight the day before, Lisa stayed in bed until her toddlers awoke, then she arose and began her day. Later, a friend called her and informed her of the events at the World Trade Center. Lisa turned on the t.v., and stayed riveted to it the rest of the day, watching the report of the crash of Flight 93 with horror. At this point, Lisa switches gears and begins several chapters in which she chronicles Todd's family history, his growing up years, and college life. She then spends the next few chapters giving the same information about herself. Lisa's simple, straightforward style speaks for itself. It struck me that both Todd and Lisa were raised in Christian, churchgoing homes, and that both of them were brought up to love the Lord and to live a Christian life. Both of them came to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ in their early years. Neither of them had "lightening-bolt" salvation experiences, but knew early on of their assurance of salvation and the importance of living according to Christian principles. Like many teenagers, Lisa went through a period in which she rebelled somewhat as she questioned the God who would take her father from their family when she was only 15. Lisa finally came to realize that God sometimes allows bad things to happen as a part of his plan, and what we on earth are not always meant to understand that plan. As Lisa matured in her Christian walk, she eventually accepted her father's death and claimed the verse that "All things work together for the good of those who love the Lord." She knew that someday she would understand God's plan in taking her father from his family. The next few chapters chronicle Lisa and Todd's meeting, courtship, and eventual marriage. Lisa portrays Todd as a goal-oriented person who did not act on impulse. Todd wanted them to have a long courtship and engagement so that they would be positive about their relationship. Similarly, Todd carefully outlined his career goals, and his move to Oracle computer software sales was another step in his eventual plan to have his own business. Also according to Todd's plan, he and Lisa had 2 children and moved into their dream home by the year 2000. He made sure that the family was involved in a church home, and they were very active, teaching Bible studies, helping with the youth, and planning of helping with missions. Not quite according to Todd's plan, Lisa's third pregnancy caught them by surprise, but they were extremely happy about the new baby due in January 2002. A huge sports fan, Todd wanted to take the boys to watch some big league games. At one of these, Lisa was struck by the picture that Todd and the boys made as they walked into the stadium. She snapped a photograph from behind of Todd leading the boys by the hand, having no way of knowing how famouse this picture would become. On September 10, Todd played with the boys and helped Lisa with their baths and bedtime. Often when he was trying to get the boys focused on a goal, Todd would say, "Let's roll!" The boys knew to quit playing around and get serious when their dad said those words. At this point, Lisa returns to the events of Sept. 11. She describes how family and church friends rallied round her and gave her support as the events unfolded. She describes her heartbreak and despair when she realizes that Todd was on Flight 93 and there were no survivors. In the following days, Lisa began to hear of the passengers of Flight 93 possibly trying to overtake the terrorists. The FBI allowed a United Airlines operator to call Lisa and tell her of the last phone call that Todd made. Lisa was reassured that Todd did not sit back passively during the hijacking and his last thoughts were of her and the boys. Lisa states that now she knows the answers to the questions that bothered her after her father's death. It was part of God's plan. God kne that Lisa would need experience on which to draw to help her own children as they deal with the same questions that she had. Lisa truly wants everyone to know what a comfort the Christian faith is, and therein lies the main message of this story.

I read LET'S ROLL by Lisa Beamer for an English project. We had to pick a theme and my theme happened to be heroes. I knew right away that I wanted to read LET'S ROLL. I knew the story of Todd Beamer and the rest of the crew and passengers aboard flight 93. I wanted to learn more about their heroic acts that saved the lives of many people. I learned a little more about what happened on that day and what happened on flight 93. As I was reading the beginning of the book it seemed to drag on about the families it was a little confusing for me. It took a while for it to get more interesting. The information about the plain crash was good I had never heard what really happened on flight 93 until I read LET'S ROLL. I believe that LET'S ROLL is a very good book. The book did have a lot about religion in it. I do not mind the religion aspect of the book like a lot of people did. For me it was interesting to hear a testimony of a woman who had lost her husband and how she got through it. I my self am of the same religion as the Beamers so it was interesting to hear her story about how God was in their life. I believe the book had a purpose and was very good about telling me a little of what went on that horrible day of September 11, 2001. It gives you a lot of information about her life and the background of both their families, which is not so interesting, and there were only a few chapters in the middle that kept my attention while I was reading. If you are really into your religion and knowing a little more about the beamer's life then this is the book for you. It is not the book for you if you want to learn more about the events on September 11th. I for one was not so head over heals for the book but I thought it was Good. I just believe that i built it up so much as a great book that when i read it i just got board because like i said most of it is on their families. But I do recommend that if you have not heard the Beamers story and would like to hear it this is the book. I do have to give Lisa credit she is an amasing woman for being able to do such amazing things after such a horrible tragedy.

Let's Roll's author, Lisa Beamer, who was the wife of Todd Beamer, who died in the terrorist attacks September 11 believes that "all things work for good for those who love the Lord." In every situation she and her family and friends went through, they remained confident of this fact.
Lisa did a great job describing each of these people that to us there were not just people who were affected in 9-11; they were our friends. We could clearly understand why they are loved. Not only do I feel bad for Todd's family and friends, but now, I miss Todd too.
To me it was amazing how well written her story was. This was her first book but while reading it, you would think she has more books to her name. Also amazing is the fact that she could sort out all her feelings about her husband's death and write it so clearly for all to understand.
I cannot say enough good things about this book. It is wonderful and is one of those books that is hard to put down. I highly recommend it for all to read.

This book is clearly the work of a hack writer (Ken Abraham) who took whatever might have been of value in Lisa Beamer's story and reduced it to a kind of Christian mush. Beamer is a woman of courage and dignity, but there is nothing whatsoever in her story that interests or inspires. More off-putting than the book's heavy-handed Christian sentimentality is its failure to develop any narrative momentum. Let's Roll is a kind of prolonged vacuum desperately seeking the ending we all know is coming.

Although I mourned with America on September 11th, I didn't personally know any of the victims. Lisa Beamer changed that for me. After reading the inspiring story of her husband, Todd Beamer, I feel as if I knew him and in his death, lost a friend. Lisa does an outstanding job portraying the characteristics and personality of her husband.
Her story starts off with the initial shock of September 11th and what she was doing when she found out. It then logs the history of their lives and how they met. Both Lisa and Todd had immense faith in God - a faith that keeps Lisa going and a faith that helped her accept and understand Todd's death. As the book moves into the horrifying events on September 11th, it was difficult for me to read. I suddenly felt the pain that so many husbands and wives and children felt that day and still feel today. I was captivated by Todd's bravery on Flight 93, and as Lisa retells his story, you can tell how proud she is of him.
Even if you don't share the same religious beliefs as Lisa Beamer, her story is truly uplifting and captures the sentiments of an entire nation.