#1 on Amazon in Holocaust Biographies
NOVEMBER 2024

Love blossoms, secrets unravel, and lives hang in the balance.

Amid the chaos and uncertainty of World War II, a remarkable love story unfolds. Meet a courageous young combat medic, Staff Sergeant Edmund Kruszynski, whose dedication to saving lives takes him to the front lines of battle. He returns home adorned with medals, yet the battle still rages within. Follow the journey of the medic’s wife Mary, whose strength and devotion gets tested as their seemingly unbreakable bond teeters on the edge.

Will Mary's vow to protect her husband’s secrets hold firm, or will the weight of what happened cause their world to unravel?

Some vows… are destined to be broken.

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A powerful reminder that the freedoms we cherish were won by the brave veterans who have ‘borne the  battle’ and the families who sacrificed along with them.

​Robert A. McDonald
West Point Distinguished Graduate and Chairman of the Board of the West Point Association of Graduates; Retired Chairman, President & CEO of the Procter & Gamble Company; 8th Secretary of the Department of Veteran Affairs

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True heroism often goes unnoticed.

Michael Good, Col (ret) USAF Astronaut
Kirk Shawhan, LtCol (ret) USMC
​Ralph W. Lunt, Col (ret) USAF
​​Mark Louis, Cpt USAF
United States Armed Forces Veterans, Brecksville/Broadview Heights, Ohio

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A testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of the unimaginable.

The Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center
Cincinnati, Ohio​

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A must-read for anyone who has ever loved someone in uniform.

Mrs. Ann Yingling
​Former U.S. Army Wounded Warriors Advocate
Wife of Maj. General John A. Yingling, U.S. Army (ret)
Mother of Maj. Scott Yingling, currently serving on active duty in the U.S. Army

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A beautifully written story that showcases how unbreakable bonds are forged during times of trial.

Maj. General John A. Yingling
​United States Army (Ret)​

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Praise for The Medic's Wife

Edmund Kruszynski is delighted to have received the following endorsements for The Medic's Wife:

Robert A. McDonald

West Point Distinguished Graduate and Chairman of the Board of the West Point Association of Graduates

Retired Chairman, President & CEO of the Procter & Gamble Company

8th Secretary of the Department of Veteran Affairs

“ 'The Medic’s Wife' is a story of altruism, bravery, and leadership in the face of unimaginable adversity. Set against the backdrop of WWII, this gripping story follows the lives of Mary and her husband Edmund, a combat medic in the U.S. army, before, during and after the war.

The writing is raw and honest, capturing the complexities of military life and the toll that war takes on the brave soldiers who have “borne the battle” and the families who have sacrificed along with them. But at its core, 'The Medic’s Wife' is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of love to heal even the deepest of wounds.
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This book is a must read for anyone who wants to draw inspiration from a generation of Americans who put the country’s needs ahead of their own. With its compelling characters, evocative settings, and powerful message, 'The Medic’s Wife' is a story that will stay with you long after you turn the last page."

United States Armed Forces Veterans
BRECKSVILLE-BROADVIEW HEIGHTS, OHIO

​Michael Good, Col (ret) USAF, Astronaut

Kirk Shawhan, LtCol (ret) USMC

Ralph W. Lunt, Col (ret) USAF

​Mark Louis, Cpt USAF

“We, a group of armed forces veterans, have come together to write about a man who lived in our hometown and was a silent war hero many years ago. His story is one that deserves to be told, and we believe that it will educate and inspire readers of all ages.
 
As young kids growing up alongside him, we simply knew him as 'Mr. K' a quiet dad and kind neighbor who never spoke of his military service. It wasn’t until a decade after his passing that we began to learn the true extent of his service to our country.
 
During WWII S/Sgt Kruszynski led a platoon of army medics and took part in some of the most dangerous missions of the war. Despite the danger and hardship he faced, this silent war hero remained committed to his fellow soldiers and the missions he was given.
 
Through our own service to our country, we have come to understand the immeasurable debt of gratitude we owe to those who have served before us. We are privileged to share the story of our neighbor 'Mr. K' and his wife Mary, for whom this book is named.
 
In an age where heroism is often celebrated with fanfare and publicity, 'The Medic’s Wife' is a must-read and a powerful reminder that true heroism often goes unnoticed.” 

The Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center
CINCINNATI, OHIO

“ 'The Medic’s Wife' is a powerful and deeply moving account of an American medic’s experience as he bore witness to the horrors of the Holocaust. The story is retold through Mary, the medic’s wife, and we are given a stark and unflinching view of the atrocities committed by the Nazis, and the unimaginable suffering endured by those who were imprisoned in the concentration camps.

The story’s vivid and haunting descriptions of what was seen and heard within the camp walls are a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of the unimaginable. The author’s commitment to retelling the truth about what happened in these camps is a powerful reminder of the importance of bearing witness to history.

This book is a must read for anyone interested in the history of the Holocaust, and for those who seek to understand the depths of human depravity and the power of human compassion. It is a powerful reminder that we must never forget the atrocities committed during the darkest chapter of our history, and that we must always strive to ensure that such horrors never happen again."

Mrs. Ann Yingling

Former U.S. Army Wounded Warriors Advocate

Wife of Maj. General John A. Yingling U.S. Army (Ret)

Mother of Maj. Scott Yingling, currently serving on active duty in the U.S. Army.

"Being a military wife and mother, I found 'The Medic's Wife' to be a powerful and deeply moving memoir of love, sacrifice, and resilience in the face of the unimaginable horrors of war. The story brought to memory my time with the U.S. Army Wounded Warrior Program whose mission was to advocate for the most seriously injured soldiers returning from the Gulf Wars and beyond. Unlike the WWII times, I am relieved to report that there are now many programs in place to help with all types of service-related disabilities.

Like Staff Sergeant Kruszynski and his friends, there continues to be dedicated and courageous men and women serving our country today. And like Mary, the military spouse continues to be a hero, keeping the 'home fires burning' while supporting loved ones who serve our country all around the world. 

'The Medic’s Wife' is a must-read for anyone who has ever loved someone in uniform and for those who want to be inspired by the indomitable spirit of military spouses, and their families."

Maj. General John A. Yingling

United States Army (Ret)

"As a Maj. General in the U.S. Army, I have encountered numerous stories of bravery, sacrifice, and unwavering  commitment. 'The Medic’s Wife' delves deep into the heart and soul of an army combat medic, shedding light on the trials and tribulations they face while tending to wounded soldiers on the front lines. The author's meticulous research and attention to detail transport readers to the battlefields, allowing us to witness the horror and courage that permeated every moment of those trying times.

I have seen firsthand the toll that war takes on the families of our servicemen and women. The author expertly captures the emotional rollercoaster experienced by those left at home, portraying the fortitude required to carry on in the face of unimaginable adversity. It is a beautifully written story that will transport readers to a pivotal era in our nation’s history, and showcases how unbreakable bonds are forged during times of trial."

Restoring Our Photos

The Medic's Wife includes an exceptional collection of never-before-seen WWII images.

Hundreds of tiny photographs were enlarged and carefully restored and retouched from a photo album secretly kept by the medic's wife, ​Mary Kruszynski, for decades.

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