“There are few people I’ve met in my life who’ve had as deep of an impact on me as Secret Service agent Ken Valentine. His new book Cheating Death is a masterpiece about leadership and perspective in a difficult world. His stories from his time in the Secret Service are overlayed with leadership and life lessons he learned, in a way readers will embrace and appreciate.”

– Dan Bongino

“Kenny is a thoughtful, fearless leader. He has a black-belt in common-sense and a passion for justice. I’ve known him as a Secret Service agent, a Capitol Hill staffer, and a board member at NCMEC. He brings energy, positivity, character, and integrity to every challenge. Ken is a tenacious, seasoned advocate standing for all that is right and good. Cheating Death will give you a colorful look behind the scenes of his storybook career. He will challenge your assumptions and inspire you to step up. On top of all the wonderful things Ken has accomplished in his life, he is a really GOOD man.”

– John Walsh, television host & cofounder of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)

“Cheating Death pulls together the most timely and necessary words of wisdom we need to hear right now—for such a time as this. This book is the one-stop shop for you to know how to ‘cheat death’ in your life beginning today. Ken has command of important life issues, and his gift for conveying these truths to us is evident here. Fathers will want to teach this book to their sons. Young men will appreciate getting this wisdom in their hearts and minds for a lifetime of good direction. Guys of all ages will appreciate the stories, the humor, the truth, and the knowledge imparted by a man who cheated death professionally, and who is cheating death personally.”

– Dr. Hal Hadden, founder, Christian Leadership Concepts

“This book is the real deal written by the real deal. I have seen Ken protect our president around the world, pass impossible legislation on Capitol Hill, and put handcuffs on dangerous, wanted sex offenders. Cheating Death is the natural extension of the extraordinary life of Ken Valentine. He will disarm you with his humility, win you with his genuineness, and motivate you to reach higher with a passion for truth and justice.”

– Robbie Callaway, board member (past chair), Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation

“If I were the President of the United States, I’d want Ken Valentine to provide security for me. Ken is a man’s man. He’s fearless, decisive, and loyal. There’s no doubt in my mind he’d take a bullet for the President. Yet Ken is a loving husband, a tender father, and a gentle Christian. Cheating Death provides a captivating insider’s perspective of the challenges the Secret Service faces protecting our country’s most powerful leaders. More importantly, Ken reminds us of the need to protect our hearts, the dwelling place of the King of Kings who empowers us to conquer death in the end.”

– Bob Russell, retired Senior Pastor, Southeast Christian Church, Louisville, KY

“Ken Valentine is the real deal. He is a man of integrity who practices what he preaches.

Cheating Death challenged me to evaluate how well my thoughts, words, and actions align with my core convictions, and it offers proven principles for living a truly fulfilling life. One of these is, ‘Friendships with a good foundation stand the tests of time and trials.’ That is so true, and I’m grateful Ken is one of those friends to me.”

– Rick Beckwith, Young Life senior staff, consultant, coach, and author of What If It’s All True?

“Ken has been in the presence of the some of the most powerful leaders on the planet. This book demonstrates that closeness, but pales in comparison to his intimate relationship with the Creator of it all. Experience second hand his career journey but do not miss the overwhelmingly powerful message this book reveals.”

– Terry R Tinsley, PhD, LPC, LMFT, NCC

“Leadership books are plentiful and continue to roll off the presses. The same is true with books addressing spiritual growth. Some even bring these two subjects together in a single volume. However, few do so in such a way that captivates the reader's attention with fascinating stories—often only revealed to the public in movies or novels—and with a pastoral fashion. In a creative, engaging, persuasive, and evocative manner, Ken Valentine does an excellent job helping us understand divine perspective, true priorities, and practical action steps for life change. Here you will find style, substance, conviction, and challenge. Cheating Death is a work difficult to put down—but once you have—it haunts you in a wonderful way!”

– J. D. Payne, Ph.D., Professor of Christian Ministry, Samford University

“Very few people could talk more about Cheating Death than Ken Valentine. As a member of the US Secret Service he was trained to protect the lives of presidents and other high-profile leaders. He addresses two important questions: Has anyone ever cheated death and lived to prove it? And is it available to me? Ken examines the importance of faith, the need for preparation in life, and the dynamic of decision-making. You will enjoy his down-to-earth journey and practical insights on how to live an exciting and well-balanced family life.”

– Bob Phillips, PhD, licensed Marriage and Family Counselor, author, and cofounder of the Pointman Leadership Institute, which has presented leadership seminars in over seventy countries worldwide