5.0

I loved this book far more than I expected too. I think O'Reilly is a conceited ass, but once I got past the sound of his voice (I listed to an audio version), I was completely taken in. While most of us know the basics -- Lincoln, 16th president, Civil War, ended slavery, assassinated -- this books brings the history to life. The details, the people and their personalities...an amazing story. It was almost like reading historical fiction thriller, except the story is true. I can honestly say that I mourned our nation's loss of this great and visionary leader at such a pivotal moment in our country's history.