Just 2 Seconds by Gavin de Becker - Law Enforcement Forum - Local and International Law Enforcement Community

**Daniel_SJ** · 08-02-2008

I haven’t finished the book yet, but I’m enjoying it so far. I like how it breaks down an assassination attempt on President Reagan. It is broken down from several perspectives in a similar fashion to a Tom Clancy novel. The book also goes over Protector techniques and what works and what doesn't. Just 2 Seconds is a must read for any protective agent.

**Lord Flasheart** · 08-03-2008

Who is Gavin De Becker then? Background etc?

**Daniel_SJ** · 08-04-2008

His website is www.gavindebecker.com

You can find biographies of Gavin de Becker and information about his company.

**Lord Flasheart** · 08-04-2008

Thanks. Read his bio, doesn't actually tell me much though. Lots of high profile appointments, but nothing about street level skills. Where'd he learn the trade, I wonder.

**M4D** · 09-01-2008

Please finish your read of J2S by Mr. de Becker. The book is an excellent resource for those in the field of executive protection or just those looking for a reference of public figure attacks. Fascinating from an historical perspective if nothing else.

**Lord Flasheart** · 09-01-2008

Amazing that peoples first post are to praise this book. Sort of makes me determined NEVER to read it!

**ptbeast** · 09-18-2008

I have always thought that Gavin de Becker and his company were a bit over-hyped. That said, his book 'The gift of fear' was nothing short of brilliant. I will have to pick up Just Two Seconds.

Dave