Please try again later. Verified Purchase. I read this book initially because 2 dear friends of mine were murdered by a gang because they were going to testify against them for a robbery.

After beginning the book I was mesmerized with his honesty and writing ability to transform a reader to the time and place he was writing about.

It is a deep, heartfelt and honest account of his thoughts and life. Definitely a must read! Great book, definitely worth the read.

I was on a cross-country flight a few years ago when I found this book at my feet. I figured someone in a seat near must have dropped it and it slid, but no one claimed it.

So, I got curious and began reading it. The book was so good, I didn't pull my nose out of it until the flight had landed!

I was hooked. As we were de-boarding the plane, I asked one more time if anyone had lost a book, and someone ended up claiming it.

I liked it so much, however, that I immediately ordered it on Amazon so that I could finish it, and then I passed it on to a friend who also enjoyed it.

But for those of us who grew up in L. County, we not only understand but have similar stories. Being trap in your neighborhood for fear of rival sets.

Constantly harassed by LAPD. Not knowing if you will see your friend the next day. Yes, this book is powerful.

Monster is an incredibly graphic depiction of the life of young men boys who live in Los Angeles.

A person growing up outside of this environment cannot fully understand the mentality or way of life which is take one of ours we take two from you.

Some of these kids come from intact families most not but Monster provides insight into this other world.

Easy reading and allows the reader a better understanding of L. It does not get graphic, but instead gives the "outsider" a better understanding of what it is like to live around, in, and out of the gang life in Los Angeles.

I have read this book a number of times over the past few years and it never feels out of date. Incredibly heartfelt and eye opening.

Dig dis demonstration here, homie Da struggle continues Sanyika and monster deliver a realism unlike many, regardless of genre. Powerful yet sad.

This book show the ugly side of humanity when there is no hope. I trust people will learn from the mistakes he Made, but just as importantly remember we are responsible for teaching children the right things, encouraging good behavior recognizing people can change when giving the proper support!

Great book, I look forward to you and pretty boy 60's being able to sit down and talk as men upon you release.

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This was reccomended to me and I bought into the recommendation but was ultimately not as impressed as I thought I would be. Don't get me wrong it's an interesting read but not as great as expected just like the plastic friendship.

Report abuse. This was bought for a friend who had heard about the life story of this reformed thug I say reformed because I am assuming he was, hearing bits of this book from the person I purchased it from.

They have enjoyed it, and say its a interesting read for people who like autobiography's. Really great book, a really enjoyable read. No need for a movie when it's written in such graphic detail.

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