Heat, Heart, & Humanity

Step into the world behind the sirens with Heat, Heart, & Humanity, a raw, unforgettable memoir from firefighter paramedic Erik Mendoza. With over 14 years of frontline experience, much of it spent working on one of the busiest rescue units in the country, Mendoza pulls back the curtain on life inside the rescue and fire truck, the firehouse, and the chaos of emergency scenes. This isn‘t a book about being a hero. It‘s about being human, about the calls that stay with you long after shift change, the moments that test your limits, and the people you fight to save. Through gripping, real-life stories filled with emotion, dark humor, and brutal honesty, Mendoza honors the men and women who show up when everything‘s on the line. Whether you‘re on the job or simply curious about the reality of emergency service, this book delivers a powerful glimpse into what it truly means to carry the weight of life, death, and everything in between. Mendoza didn‘t write it to glorify the work. He wrote it to remember it, honor it, and pass it on. Thanks for riding along.