Andy McNab

Andy McNab joined the infantry as a boy soldier. In 1984 he was 'badged' as a member of 22 SAS Regiment and was involved in both covert and overt special operations worldwide. During the Gulf War he commanded Bravo Two Zero, a patrol that, in the words of his commanding officer, 'will remain in regimental history for ever'.

Awarded both the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) and Military Medal (MM) during his military career, McNab was the British Army's most highly decorated serving soldier when he finally left the SAS in February 1993. He wrote about his experiences in two phenomenal bestsellers, Bravo Two Zero, which was filmed in 1998 starring Sean Bean, and Immediate Action. He is also the author of ten bestselling novels, including most recently Crossfire. Besides his writing work, he lectures to security and intelligence agencies in both the USA and UK.

What genres does Andy McNab write in?

He writes military fiction and action thrillers and also non-fiction/memoirs about his SAS service, often focusing on covert operations, espionage and combat.

Which series has he written and what other notable books are there?

Major series include the Nick Stone thrillers, the Boy Soldier series, DropZone and the War Torn series; the site also lists Tom Buckingham (Red Notice). Notable non-fiction/memoirs include Bravo Two Zero and Immediate Action.

Where is a good place to start reading Andy McNab?

For his real-life account start with the memoir Bravo Two Zero (or Immediate Action). For fiction, begin with a Nick Stone thriller (examples on the site include Firewall, Last Light and Crossfire) or try the Boy Soldier series if you prefer a younger-protagonist arc.

Are his novels based on real SAS experience?

Yes. McNab served in 22 SAS and wrote firsthand memoirs; his fiction is informed by that experience, drawing on realistic procedural and operational detail.

Has his work or career received awards or adaptations?

During his military career he was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) and the Military Medal (MM). His memoir Bravo Two Zero was adapted as a 1998 film starring Sean Bean; the source does not list literary awards.