Congratulations to the extraordinary @anthonyalmojera whose knockout memoir “RIDING THE LIGHTNING: A Year in the Life of a New York City Paramedic” is published *today* by @marinerbooks!! The education of a New York City paramedic, whose tales of tragedy and transcendence over a single year culminate in the greatest challenge the city’s emergency medical system has ever faced: COVID-19. “[An] engrossing, first-hand account...This is a tale of resilience, told with a feeling for the grittiness, cultural vibrancy, and immediacy of this multi-ethnic city.” --Library Journal (starred review) "Page-turning and reflective ... a tapestry of compassion, dedication, and suffering, ranging from bloody, grisly scenes to excruciatingly sad, inspiring, and uplifting moments.” --@kirkus_reviews “A must-read. Anthony Almojera’s harrowing book traces the life of one paramedic during Covid, offering an unforgettable narrative from the front lines of the battle against the virus, and detailing indescribable loss—but also the power of hope, and the heroism of the first responders who care for our communities.” --Kevin Grange, author of “Wild Rescues: A Paramedic’s Extreme Adventures in Yosemite, Yellowstone, and Grand Teton” and “Lights and Sirens: The Education of a Paramedic” “An intense look at the high-stakes world of a NYC paramedic in the months before and after COVID-19 altered our landscape.” --Damon Tweedy, MD, author of Black Man in a White Coat: A Doctor's Reflections on Race and Medicine Happy Publication Day Anthony!! So proud of you and this book. 🙏👏🚑🚑🍎🌉🏙🏥😷 Look out for the audio edition too, read by the author. cc @ems.fdny.helpfund @jfreewright #EMSheroes #paramediclife #nyccovid19 #firstresponders #medicalmemoir