The author anticipates the book’s appeal will be to audiences that will find the book enlightening and interesting in various ways. From a human interest story detailing the struggles of a youth’s development under unusual and stressful conditions, to one of overcoming the odds and obtaining a career in law enforcement and the ensuing experiences, which included dealing with racial unrest, police attitudes, mistrust, deception, deaths and their causes, describing actual events consisting of the dangers facing law enforcement officers. Results unveiling the strengths and weaknesses that may be surprising to some, having a better understanding of the character of men and women enforcing our laws, exposing imperfections and lawlessness at times, this book ultimately honors their commitment by swearing an oath to protect and serve.