What the Experts Say About
JUST 2 SECONDS
“JUST 2 SECONDS captures the essence of technical
mastery and personal investment needed for effective dignitary
protection. This book will change the shape of personal security
in the 21st century. A must read for law enforcement.”
James Perrotti, Chief of Police, Yale University
“De Becker, Taylor, and Marquart further enhance our
understanding of violence by carefully dissecting those precious
milliseconds between the assailant’s commitment to action and
the final outcome. Essential reading for those who provide
physical protection, and for anyone in threat management,
JUST 2 SECONDS well reminds us that violence can be
prevented up to the last moment.”
Frederick S. Calhoun
Author, Hunters and Howlers: Threats and
Assaults Against Federal Judicial Officials
“The authors provide wisdom on the art and science of dignitary
protection. Their evidence-based approach represents the gold
standard for personal protection.”
Dr. James P. McGee
Director of Psychology and Forensic Services
Sheppard Pratt Hospital (1983 – 2002)
“A magnificent book that’s insightful, wise and (perhaps
surprisingly given the often inglorious task of protection)
profound. JUST 2 SECONDS reveals and defines the art of
protection, yet never loses touch with the essential
craft.”
Dr. John Meyers, MD, Forensic Services
"A must read not only for protectors, but for those afforded
protection.”
Tony Scotti
Author of Professional Driving Techniques
“The relationship between hunter and hunted is complex,
enduring, and mysterious. JUST 2 SECONDS methodically
penetrates the shroud, revealing the processes behind
assassination, and behind effective protection. The vivid
descriptions are detailed — the conclusions are logical and
fascinating.”
Roman Pryjomko, Author, Someone Somewhere
“JUST 2 SECONDS elevates public figure protection to a
level never before achieved, and gives answers to questions most
of us who spent years in protection did not even know to
ask.”
Bill Mattman
U.S. Secret Service (1967 – 1980)
“If you had to buy only one book this year on executive
protection, this is it. Just 2 Seconds covers the
essence and essentials of preventing an attack on a principal.
Between the advice, techniques, examples and case studies, this
book would be a bargain at twice the price.”
Executive-protection-news.com
“A masterful piece of work. Not only does it analyze in depth
the art of protection, the compendium of incidents is astounding
and one of the most comprehensive ever published. If you read
nothing else on the industry, read this; you will not be
disappointed. Highly Recommended.”
Robin Barratt, British Bodyguard Association
“JUST 2 SECONDS is a terrific piece of work, one I
keep within arm’s reach on my research self.”
John Weisman
New York Times best-selling author of
Jack in the Box and Direct Action
“I consider JUST 2 SECONDS the absolute required
reference and teaching aid for protectors. Without question this
is the landmark text of our time relative to personal
protection. I don't possess the vocabulary to put in words the
importance and priority of this book to the true professional
protector.”
Monte Gould
Leading Tactical Weapons Instructor
