“The dominant waterlogged parts strike the same salt-drenched chords as The Perfect Storm and In the Heart of the Sea, as harrowingly visual as they are shatteringly visceral.”

 —Reader’s Digest 

“Hard Bargain is a beautifully written and captivating testament to Donald Denihan’s unwavering faith in God. He takes great care to provide an objective prospective on how he handled three gripping ‘Life Events’ that challenged his resilience in mind, body, and spirit. The book takes the reader on an emotional rollercoaster ride through Denihan’s honest narration of three true stories of tremendous courage, stamina, and survival.”

— Paul L. Cuneo, Managing Director of Wealth Management at UBS Financial Services

“I couldn’t put Hard Bargain down, once I started it. Donald Denihan’s courage to share his personal story is a testament to his inner strength and resilience. The depth of his journey, the enormous struggles and health challenges he bravely faced, are not only moving, but also deeply inspiring. His book is not just a series of beautifully woven stories; it’s a powerful reminder of the human spirit and the importance of faith.” 

—Rose Lavelle, Professor of Management & Finance at Molloy University

“Donald Denihan chronicles his three close brushes with death and delves into these experiences in a unique and heartfelt way. His book allows us to see how he turned potentially terrible circumstances into positive, relationship-building events. His thoughts, words and feelings make us contemplate our own relationships with those we encounter peripherally and those whom we hold nearest and dearest. An unforgettable read.”

—John A Procaccino, MD Chief, Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, NSUH Manhasset

“In Hard Bargain, Donald Denihan has captured just about every human element there is: loneliness, anxiety, depression, hope, despair, jubilation, determination and inner peace. his voice is very clear to the point I felt he was speaking only to me. Donald is an inspiration to all and a great example of what it is to be a friend and a true husband and father.”

—Jorge Pelaez, Chief Capital Officer, 3 Rivers Energy Partners

“I loved Hard Bargain. It reminded me of the ultimate ‘adrift at sea’ story is Nathaniel Philbrick’s ‘In the Heart of the Sea,” which was also based on the true story. Thankfully, things ended better for Donald and we are fortunate for the opportunity that gave him to write this book.”

—Robert Benjamin, partner at Wiggin and Dana LLP 

“I am very emotional right now, feeling fear and sorrow for what you went through, and joy and pride for what you have written. I will cherish this book forever.” 

—Tom Zanecchia, Founder and President of Wealth Management Consultants

"Philanthropy isn't just about giving; it's about caring enough to make a difference in someone's life. Donald Denihan embodies this ethos. His journey, fraught with challenges and triumphs, has only strengthened his resolve to lend a hand whenever it's needed most. We are deeply grateful for Donald's generous spirit and his steadfast support for the brave men and women of the United States Coast Guard. In his commitment, we see a reflection of the Coast Guard’s lifesaving mission and of those heroes who ‘answer the call’, reminding us all of the power of compassion in times of need."

– Marc Cregan, Regional Director of Philanthropy, Northeast, Coast Guard Foundation