Duke Westover is one of those people you meet that you never forget. His story is a fascinating journey filled with incredible experiences at nearly every turn in the road. His life is filled with challenges, obstacles, failures and blessings. From his humble beginning and difficult childhood in Texas, he traces the hand of God in his life
at every step of his journey.
Governor Mike Huckabee - FROM THE FOREWORD
“When the definitive history of the State of Israel is written, no American figure will prove more central to establishment and maintenance of the unbreakable US-Israel relationship than the Rev. Jerry Falwell, and Duke Westover helped it happen.
Westover’s firsthand accounts of the ups and downs of one of Israel’s most important advocates and supporters entertains as much as it informs- it inspires as much as uplifts. Westover hits the high lights and hot spots with both style and grace.
Wow, What a Ride is a pleasure to read and a journey to enjoy.”
Tom Rose, Former Publisher, Jerusalem Post
“No one is better qualified to write a book about Dr. Jerry Falwell than Jerry’s and my good friend, Duke Westover. You will learn little known facts about this most amazing man and servant of God. As you read this book you will be blessed beyond compare.”
Dr. Jerry Vines, Past President,
Southern Baptist Convention“Wow, What a Ride is an uncontrollable read. One minute I was holding my side laughing and the next minute I was weeping! I was informed as well as inspired. If you pick it up you can’t put it down!”
Dr. Benny Tate, Senior Pastor, Rock Springs Church,
Milner, GA
“It was my pleasure and privilege to personally observe the warm and gracious friendship that existed between Dr. Jerry Falwell and Duke Westover. Dr. Falwell was a giant in his generation who fearlessly confronted America with principles of righteousness. He was fun-loving, hard-charging and forever controversial. Duke was always by his side with at least two telephones that never stopped ringing. Duke Westover was the gatekeeper for decades to one of the most colorful and courageous preachers America has ever known. I know you will enjoy Duke’s personal stories of his one-of-a-kind relationship with Dr. Jerry Falwell.”
Pastor John Hagee, Senior Pastor, Cornerstone Church,
San Antonio, TX
The title, “What A Ride,” doesn’t do this book justice. In fact, it’s a massive understatement. Duke Westover’s lifetime journey is one that will leave you laughing, crying and sitting on the edge of your seat. But most of all, it will leave you realizing how amazing our God truly is to allow us to go through such amazing experiences in life. And, through them all, finding ourselves safely within His arms. You will read this book more than once…and you’ll enjoy doing so every time!
Jonathan Falwell, Pastor, Thomas Road Baptist Church, Lynchburg, VA
EXCERPT FROM THE BOOK:
”Duke” … “You’re entering the twilight zone. You’re headed to a place without laws. It’s the domain of thugs—a place where hypocrites convlute Islam to justify everything they do. They’ll kill you for a sheckle. Be careful what you say. And for God’s sake, don’t provoke them,” said Ido.
“I will drop you off in no man’s land and then turn around and wait. Here is a cell phone that I know will work. Call me every thirty minutes to let me know you are still alive. I don’t know what I can do if you’re not… I’ll just have to wait and pray.”
EXCERPT FROM THE BOOK:
“… As we were driving to the cemetery, Jerry looked at me and said, “It would be terrible for a person to come to the end and all that can be said about him at his funeral is that ‘once he had been the assistant treasurer of a motorcycle club’—God help me to leave more footprints than that.”
