What happens when a tax protest spirals into a full-blown standoff with federal authorities?
Steve Monier’s book, No One Has To Die, dives into the true story of Ed and Elaine Brown—an armed couple holed up in their New Hampshire home for nine tense months. As a former U.S. Marshal, Monier had a front-row seat to one of the most sensitive law enforcement operations in recent history.
We’re proud to share this glowing Midwest Book Review feature on the book, which appears this month in Library Bookwatch and Internet Bookwatch. It’s already being praised as “thoughtful and thought-provoking”—a must-read for those interested in law enforcement, domestic extremism, and crisis negotiation.
REVIEW:
The Criminology Shelf
No One Has To Die
Steve Monier
Genius Book Publishing
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978-1958727461, $19.95, PB, 392pp
Synopsis:
On January 12, 2007, what began as a felony tax trial for Ed and Elaine Brown in Plainfield, New Hampshire, spiraled into the longest armed standoff in U.S. Marshals history. Refusing to appear in court and surrender to federal authorities, the Browns transformed their home into a fortress, drawing support from militia groups and anti-government activists nationwide.
With the publication of No One Has To Die, Steve Monier (with contributions from Gary DiMartino and Dave Dimmitt) offers an in-depth look at the tense and perilous nine-month standoff that tested the resolve and tactics of the U.S. Marshals Service.
Critique:
Fascinating, informative, and thought-provoking, No One Has To Die is a compelling narrative that offers insight into extremist beliefs, crisis response, and the strategic imperative of nonviolence in federal law enforcement.
Highly recommended for personal and academic collections, as well as anyone interested in political extremism, U.S. Marshals history, or peaceful resolution tactics.
Also available on Kindle – $4.99
🖊️ Editorial Note:
Steve Monier is a former U.S. Marshal for New Hampshire (2002–2009), appointed by President George W. Bush. He and Chief Deputy Gary DiMartino received the U.S. Marshals Service’s “Leadership Beyond the Standard” Award for their role in the standoff. Monier is a respected law enforcement leader and past chairman of CALEA, the national law enforcement accreditation body.
Grab the paperback here… No One Has to Die