Tales of a Diver

A Gripping, Emotional Insight into the World of Police Diving

I couldn’t put this book down—read it in just a couple of days. It’s a fascinating and emotive firsthand account of ten intense days in 2020 from the perspective of a police diver, including two search operations in Esperance. What really stood out was the human side of the story. The author goes beyond the technical aspects of high-risk dive operations to explore the emotional weight of the work and the deep connection between the dive team and the communities they serve. It’s a surprisingly thoughtful and moving read, especially for someone like me with no background in policing. This book gave me a new appreciation for a highly specialised and often unseen area of law enforcement. If you're curious about real-life stories from behind the scenes of police work—or just looking for a compelling, heartfelt read—I highly recommend this one.