One Inch Between Life and Death Book Reviews

One Inch Between Life and Death: A Walking Miracle by Steven A. Hauer is a powerful and inspiring read. His story is raw, honest, and incredibly moving, showing just how fragile life can be and how strong the human spirit really is. It’s the kind of book that stays with you long after you finish it. Truly inspiring.

I got this book and it’s so deep and emotional that I couldn’t stop reading. It’s super easy to get connect and see how your life can matches the history in many different ways. Truly recommend

Steve, I very much enjoyed your book. It meant a little more to me because I grew up in Montgomery and know everyone mentioned in the book. Keep up the good work!

An absolutely wonderful read!! A must buy!! What a miracle to see into another person's scariest moments and how they braved through it!! So proud to know this man!!

I enjoyed this story very much. I read it in 1 sitting. Very well written.

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One Inch Between Life and Death by Steven A. Hauer is a deeply moving and thought-provoking book that stays with you long after you finish the final page. In just over 100 pages, the author delivers a powerful message about resilience, perspective, and the fragile line that can exist between ordinary life and life-changing moments.

I couldn’t put this down. Steven Hauer's memoir hits hard at sixteen, a freak accident nearly cost him his life, and you feel every second of his fight to survive. The storytelling is raw and full of faith, and what struck me most was how he uses that near-death experience to ask bigger questions about purpose and resilience. More than a survival story it’s a reminder of how one moment changes everything.

"One Inch Between Life and Death" is raw, powerful, and deeply inspiring. Steven A. Hauer takes you right into the moment where one inch meant the difference between living and dying. His courage and faith reminded me how quickly life can change and how strong we can be when it matters most. A must-read for anyone who loves true survival stories with heart.

One Inch Between Life And Death by Steven A Hauer is a concise yet powerful exploration of how a single moment can redefine a life. Even within its brief format, the book carries the weight of reflection, vulnerability, and the stark realization that survival can hinge on the smallest margin.

This book is both thrilling and deeply impactful a memorable read that truly lives up to its title.

One Inch Between Life and Death Updated and Revised Second Edition: A Walking Miracle by Steven A Hauer is a concise yet powerful memoir centered on survival, faith, and purpose.

In 1985, during a hunting trip in New Prague, Minnesota, Hauer survived a gunshot wound that he believes missed his heart by just one inch. That split second became the defining pivot point of his life. The book does not dwell solely on the dramatic moment in the woods it focuses on the aftermath: recovery, fear, spiritual questioning, and the long emotional road back to stability.

At just 70 pages, this updated and revised second edition reads as a reflective testimony rather than an extended narrative. Hauer frames his survival as divine intervention, describing himself as a “walking miracle.” The spiritual lens shapes the memoir’s tone, offering encouragement to readers who have faced trauma, crisis, or moments that could have ended differently.

The strength of the book lies in its simplicity and sincerity. It speaks directly to readers who wrestle with questions like “Why am I still here?” or “What do I do with this second chance?” Rather than offering abstract theology, Hauer shares personal struggle and faith driven interpretation.

One Inch Between Life and Death will resonate most with readers drawn to Christian testimony, survival memoirs, and stories of life redefined after near death experiences. Its central message is clear: purpose can emerge from the moment that nearly took everything.

I don't usually read memoirs. I tend to stick to fiction because real life can be heavy enough without adding someone else's pain to it. But something about this title stopped me completely and I am so grateful it did.
Steven Hauer writes with a rawness and honesty that you simply cannot fake. This isn't a polished Hollywood survival story with a neat bow tied at the end. It's messy and frightening and deeply human. The way he describes those moments after the bullet, the fear, the confusion, the slow and painful process of putting himself back together, felt so real I had to put the book down several times just to breathe.
What moved me most was his faith. He never forces it on you or preaches. He simply shares what carried him through the darkest moments of his life and somehow that quiet conviction is more powerful than anything loud could ever be.
The revised edition adds layers that make an already profound story even richer.
I finished this book sitting in my car in a parking lot crying in a way I hadn't in years. Not from sadness, from recognition. From that deep human feeling of yes, me too, I understand.
Read this one slowly. It deserves that.