Muck Grime & Sweat

<p><strong><em>Muck Grime & Sweat: Igniting a Life in Fire</em> is the powerful true story of a firefighter's extraordinary journey through four decades of service.</strong></p><p></p><p>From an idyllic childhood at Shiplake Lock on the River Thames to the life-changing moment that set him on a path of duty and courage Darran Gough's story is one of resilience adrenaline and unwavering commitment. Starting as a retained firefighter in Henley-on-Thames stepping into the crucial world of 999 call control and rising to full-time firefighting in the heart of the West Midlands Darran offers a rare 360-degree view of the fire and rescue service few can match.</p><p></p><p>Told with gripping honesty warmth and humour <em>Muck Grime & Sweat</em> dives into the heart-pounding realities behind the sirens - from midnight callouts and life-saving rescues to the camaraderie challenges and lessons learned both on and off the fireground.</p><p></p><p>Praised by senior fire officers and readers alike as compelling gripping and uplifting this is the first in a series by Darran that charts an extraordinary journey through four decades of service.</p>