The book is based on a true story about an eight year old boy witnessing a horrifying crime against his mother and how he had to overcome adversities to become the person that he is today. The book goes into sexual and intimate details on how he lost his virginity at age 15, had an affair with an older woman at age 16, and joined the U.S. NAVY at age 17. The names have been changed to protect the identity of the characters and to avoid any offensive issues. The sexual encounters are written with specific details and may seem offensive to some readers. Parental Guidance is required for minor readers.