I Will Not Be A Pawn

by Joseph Spicer

In I Will Not Be a Pawn, a prison corrections officer provides a unique perspective on the complex relationships and hierarchies of the prison system and how life behind bars has both changed and stayed the same.

Joseph S. Spicer Sr. details his life both within the Department of Corrections and outside. His memoirs provide a powerful look at corruption and courage.

Spicer notes that corrections officers aren't supposed to stand out. They are supposed to be homogenous units designed to aid the more important pieces without drawing any attention to themselves. In short, they are the pawns of the corrections system. Spicer began to see prison life as one big game of chess, with he and his fellow officers being thrust out on to the board for use as sacrificial lambs.

Join Spicer as he looks back on his time at the Department of Corrections-using the "king," "queen," and "bishop" as examples of rampant corruption within the system-and details his refusal to be anyone's pawn. To the readers, he imparts lessons learned from his bosses, his coworkers, and the prisoners themselves.

104 pages, Paperback

Published September 15, 2016

Reviews

[Joshua Nash · Rating 4 out of 5]

What an awesome write-up by Joseph Spicer to truly depict integrity and honesty at its finest. This is how the author's values were tested.
While this book records most of the assaults and corruption that happen inside a highly secured prison, he also shares some techniques and tips on how to survive and be respected in this kind of work. As he explicitly noted that most prisoners are skilled manipulators. They do everything they can to intimidate and control you. This book is entitled I Will Not Be A Pawn because Joseph sees his job as a game of chess. Although there are stronger pieces like knights, rooks, bishops, and kings, they are all pawns in this game of life. They are all controlled and deprived of their freedom. In my opinion, once you get the gist of the book, you are going to start to appreciate the title. It's the perfect title for this piece, and kudos to the author for coming up with that kind of title.

[Maeve Miller · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enthralling, captivating, and engaging book to read and learn about the dark themes of life behind bars. I was totally shocked reading it for the first time about the truth when a person gets put to jail. Most of them do not care anymore about getting out, so they master themselves to become skilled manipulators in order to try to run the business. This is what makes the dungeon so dangerous that even a lady officer was raped and killed inside without proper justice. Inequality, bribery, gang membership, human trafficking, and more are real.
The more I read the book, the more I realized how serious it is to implement integrity, proper training, and discipline to each one of us, not just to the correction officers. If we let this thing continue to happen, now that we have the knowledge, we are not excused by God if we do nothing. Buckle up your seatbelt as you delve into the pages of this book. It's never an easy road, but one that you will not surely forget for the rest of your life.

[Madelyn Hill · Rating 4 out of 5]

There is something in this book that is just irresistible. Once opened, it is hard to put down.
Influence, money, and power are some of the examples that the inmates want to possess in order to get some kind of privilege. The author also noted how inmates are skilled manipulators. They could block mail from anyone in their way, so being a correction officer is a tough job in this highly intense environment. I'm just happy that Spicer kept pushing the tickets that seemed to have disappeared with regards to his complaints. There was never a moment that he backed down from what he believed was right. Even though there were other tickets, such as misconduct, it had little to no impact on the prisoner's life. That's the reason why parole gets harder and harder. In addition, stamps became coins in prison to trade food, soup, and basic necessities. Worse is, stamps are used in exchange for sexual favors. For the purpose of awareness, it's a must-read book that you owe to yourself.

[Lisa Cooper · Rating 4 out of 5]

I Will Not Be A Pawn reveals an unordinary narrative that will suffice each of your senses. It provides readers a change of pace from the same genre, from the same pointless tale, and from a nonsensical work that fails to entertain. This one has a distinctive character among the other books I've read, granting our desires to know the dirty system in the society to uphold the virtues and the constitution. Many of us were unaware of a part of the community that was designated as a haven for criminals, unaware of who were indeed the devils and the extent of the brutality perpetrated by the corrupt people and perpetrators.
The book was by far the most useful and engaging one on my shelf, perhaps due to the exceptional account of a remarkable man, Joseph Spicer. Really a must-have book and one that you cannot afford to miss.

[Charles Coleman · Rating 4 out of 5]

In my thirty years of existence, it never crossed my mind what kind of life is behind a cell. Adulthood was somewhat hard for me who is very conscious of whether I commit actions that are against the law. Out of curiosity, I purchased this book from Joseph Spicer, a correction officer in real life, narrating his ugly system of jails. The book helped me dig through important events that I can learn from to research what might be the consequences I face when I commit something unlawful. It was unfathomable to contemplate the extent of prejudice, corruption, and filth in the jail system. A dog house is even more livable than a jail that jeopardizes your health and your safety.
Although the book was a depiction of the reality that we often ignore, it's something that we, readers, can be educated on.

[Braxton Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such an unexpected favorite. I went in thinking I would enjoy it but not that I would absolutely love it.

This is an interesting perspective on the prison system from someone with a fairly moderate position - it's not railing against grand injustices; it's observing and reporting with limited extra comment. Clearly, this is a man who sees flaws in the system and not without any personal opinion, but it never feels like he has an axe to grind. Joseph Spicer may not have caused much upset while inside prison, but with this book he proves he is one of the bravest correction officers possible - a documentarian. That makes him one of the best we could hope for. It makes for an interesting read and a book that will probably provoke a lot of reaction from those connected with the Michigan prison system.

I Will Not Be A Pawn is powerful, and undeniably a riveting story. Mr. Spicer possesses a high sense of integrity with a great deal of compassion. He’s brave to try and make his story heard around the world. Highly recommended!

[Christopher Greyson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Joseph Spicer's I Will Not Be A Pawn is fairly unusual, where you will witness an enlightening story, providing us with a rational understanding of the nature of prison, quenching the reader's curiosity and aspirations. I always love watching action flicks starring undercover detectives in order to apprehend a fugitive holding a significant asset in the case's resolution. So it's kind of not new to me to know the secrets or the system behind bars. However, in Spicer's book, it is not a film directed by anyone, nor a story that was made up. The novel is an autobiographical account of Spicer's personal experiences as a correction officer and how broken the prison system is.
It offers a distinct vision in which we learn how the other authorities behaved as pawns, fearful that the king or queen would get rid of them. But, Spicer's a truly remarkable person who is devoted to his job and who is courageous enough to confront those who would rankle him, thereby earning the title, I Will Not Be A Pawn.

[Greg Clark · Rating 4 out of 5]

"The lessons I learned from watching my brothers and my father prosper from good, honest work and the discipline I learned from playing basketball all reminded me of who I was when I was confronted by corruption. I would not stand idly by, I would not be stagnant or unchanging. I would not be a pawn."
Reading this reminded me how critical it is for families to shape their children's personalities for them to develop morality and tenacity. The author, John Spicer, is depicted in the novel as being in the midst of a chess-like game in which he witnesses his fellow guards turning as pawns. However, like what the quote said, his family was the reason why he didn't let the temptation destroy his principles.
For me, this book was more than the story about his life in Detroit, particularly his experience as a correction officer, because as the pages pass by, more and more learning will be gained that can be applied in all forms. It must have been better with a nicer font, though, but I sincerely like the story.

[Quinn Clements · Rating 4 out of 5]

The influence of the high-ranking officials in the game of chess is overwhelming, manipulating, and intense. This is how the author sees life inside a well-secured facility is. The author clearly and bravely laid out everything for the public to see the corruption, bribery, smuggling, and manipulation in the vicinity. One of the experiences that really caught my attention was his testimony about a large contraband that was being confiscated, putting the correctional staff in a very dangerous situation after discarding the evidence.
Having contraband inside a prison cell is very dangerous. When prisoners get hold of phones, they could manipulate or bribe the judges, police, or anyone with regard to their cases. Worse is, the staff and the people who are in charge of watching these kinds of crimes do nothing. That is the reason why I salute the author for writing and giving the public insights based on true accounts of people in this kind of environment. A very dangerous and risky move that is all worth the sacrifice to checkmate the opponent.

[Rylan Leonard · Rating 5 out of 5]

The battle of supremacy and corruption inside this kind of environment is surely going to have the readers flipping over the pages of this magnificent book, I Will Not Be A Pawn. An honest book worth a thousand praises.
Although Joseph Spicer was all out with his complaints about the corruption that is happening inside this highly secured prison cell and how inmates and or officers are being killed or abused, what's surprising is that the administrative staff does not take matters seriously. Aside from the obvious, there are really things that remain a mystery in these facilities that no one dares to question or take the matter into consideration. And this thing has been going on for years. I'm glad God sent an angel in the person of Spicer who acted, not afraid of anything to address this ongoing issue. It's a risky move but all worth the time and effort. In the end, this book remained optimistic towards a favorable goal. It may not be resolved today, but I'm sure this literature is just the beginning to solving the problem. Highly recommended!

[Samantha Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reading this book was an experience that I genuinely admire. Everything that happened stuck in my head the whole time, and it's hard to believe at first, but the thought of it just gives me chills every time I reread them. I still don't get why some people are sleeping on this one. You'll see that it is the best book on the shelf and appreciate its beauty if you dedicate your time to it.
Get ready for this book, it is going to unfold the dark themes of life behind bars and how the author copes with all the mess and challenges that happened. It wasn't a pleasant read knowing and learning that innocent lives and people die for no good reason but what's reality is reality. We can't change it. But we can change our reaction to it. It's the least that we could do to all the people whose lives were taken unjustly. Each page is filled with intensity and suspense, and every keystroke that Spicer strikes hits with amazing accuracy. This is how he sees his career as a correction officer, a dangerous game of chess.

[Sean Reed · Rating 4 out of 5]

A lot to say about this book. As soon as I read the first chapters, it slowly became my favorite. This book is hard to put down. It showed me how money and power could control the most secure prison cell.
There are a couple of reasons why I personally love this book. First, it does not turn a blind eye and does not sugarcoat or exaggerate anything that has happened inside a prison. It reports everything as it is, and once you start to get the idea of the book as to why it is entitled I Will Not Be A Pawn, I'm pretty sure you'll be amazed and shocked with the immense and overwhelming reasons of life behind prison bars. Secondly, the author's bravery is top-notch. There was never a moment that the author showed cowardice all throughout his journey. As a matter of fact, he always follows up his complaints, calling administrative numbers multiple times to show his sincerity to the seriousness of the problem. Lastly, there's nothing to dislike about this book. Everything is well written, well-organized, and language-wise. I am glad to recommend this one.

[Barbara Lane · Rating 5 out of 5]

"In the game of chess, the pawns on the board can be the most powerful pieces at your disposal if used correctly. Used incorrectly, pawns can be the sacrificial lamb within the game."

A fantastic piece of creative nonfiction: it entertains, educates, and horrifies. Expounding on the grinding reality of those in the correctional system- both prisoners and correctional officers.

Joseph S. Spicer Sr. sheds light on the depth and savagery of fundamental problems in the Michigan corrections system. He shows us how quickly the rigid, bureaucracy, and antiquated systems can turn a well-intentioned guide into a jaded and wretched gatekeeper. The stories are gripping, sad, touching, and exciting all the way through to the last page. I would highly recommend this book for those who likes to enjoy a voyeuristic look into the closed worlds all around us.

I Will Not Be A Pawn is a brilliant example of courageous biography, and a powerful example of true storytelling at its best.

[Donte Reyes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Corruption has been prevalent worldwide, and I didn't realize that even in prison, it happens. What's worse? They were not put in jail because of their authority, their power that no one would dare to fight. In the game of chess, the author calls them the king and queen, and those who don't move to fight for these very powerful and incompetent officials are the pawns in the society, the pawns in the correction system. If you serve the people, you must maintain your integrity for them and not to the people above you. You must fight for what is necessary and be brave enough to fulfill the job required for the betterment of society, not those assigned to you by these corrupt and selfish administrators.
The stories irritate me in a way that the reality really is not ideal if this corruption continues to exist. At the same time, it was very thought-provoking to ever know about these things I didn't expect to happen.

[Derek Stone · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a complete surprise to me. I thought that perhaps it would be dry, or more likely over my head because I know so little about the world behind bars. Fortunately, my fears proved unfounded; the book was approachable and entertaining!

When thinking about changes that needs to be made in our country, prisons aren't likely to be something many people think of. This book changes that - I was shocked by what I read: Spicer's book shows just how dangerous it is for the system to be operating in the way it is, and the human impact of cuts to the service. We need to care about what is happening in prisons.

"Attitudes and your outlook toward life are very important."

I would give this book a thousand stars if I could. I hope every officer, judge, pen pusher, governor, politician, volunteer, contractor, and anyone else in contact with the prison service reads this book.

[Zayn Dunn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought this book was great and interesting in how officers in the prison system work. It was an easy read and I flew through the pages. It was enjoyable. I hope Spicer writes another book because I really want to know more.

I didn't expect to love this as much as I did, but I've always had an interest in prisons, which began when I left school. I had a strong desire to become a social worker, and would be based working in a prison, enabling me to work with the other prison staff, and the prisoners themselves. This never happened because things change, but I always ponder about the what if’s?

Joseph Spicer Sr. is an amazing and compassionate person. To see and deal with devastating events that often occur on a daily basis, you need to have a strong will, so you can sleep at night. This is a well-written book, and I was rather disappointed once I'd finished it.

[Alice Thompson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I admire how the author's refusal to be used as a pawn for unconstitutional behavior trivializes the essence of the law and abuses authority. For all the snakes poisoning the pawns, a man in power with the same conviction is relatively uncommon. We need more of that kind of commitment Spicer has to restore integrity that has far been gone in the system of the society. As the number of crimes committed by people in positions increases, the members of society gradually lose their trust in them. The author is unbelievably a morally upheld person who grips his job as something that he needs to do rather than something he can take advantage of to do something not right. He possessed a courage that the majority of people lack, which makes them easy targets for being used as pawns, in contrast to Joseph Spicer.

[Austin Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am confident that there are those that will not agree that the prison system chose a dark path to maintain the status quo, nor agree with the author and me, but it's a quick read that you owe to yourself to read. If for no other reason than to be aware of the happenings in the life behind bars, this book is a great resource.
The insights are fresh and new. Never that I heard before, and I was surprised to learn all the lies and corruption inside the prison. You could really tell how the author tried everything to straighten the crooked ways by writing a dozen complaint letters to the higher departments, but he received negative feedback, and most of his complaints were missing. Of all the questions that I could ask, just one that totally intrigued me to ask, and that is "Why?" A great book to educate yourself and open your heart and mind to the world of chess in real life.

[Arthur Howard · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've long believed our prison system is a mess and only reinforces negative behavior. If you doubt that at all, you need to read this book.

The storytelling is compelling, visceral, and succeeds due to the power of its transparent objectivity. Because of this, I Will Not Be A Pawn introduces the reader to a world that has for the mostly been tucked away in the bowels of society. Like all great books, when I wasn't reading it, I was often thinking about it, eager to dive in, and immerse myself into this crazy vocation. I've read and reviewed books on this topic, it isn't often that I assign a 5-star rating! That being said, it is one hell of a story, and one that demands your attention.

All in all, the book is great for people like me who have trouble imagining how and why corrections officers can do their job. How some liberal from Michigan who believes prisons don’t work. Generally walking a middle ground between empathizing with prisoners and sympathizing with guards becomes blood-thirsty in some situations and at times gains sadistic pleasure through the power of micro-management, which is important if we want to speak seriously about prison reform and abolition.

[Juan Sanders · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book was truly well-written and not sugar coated.

This is a compelling read because you can't help but feel that a man with the character of Joseph Spicer would make a difference. He's matter of fact about the situation and his determination to stay true to himself despite the hardships is refreshing.

Additionally, this book is full of uplifting quotes and passages. List below are my favourites:

"Trouble is the easiest thing to get into and the hardest thing to get out of."

"When you have self-discipline, you can achieve what you set out to do."

"We may not be able to control everything that goes on throughout our journey, but we should be able to slow down and put some thought into what we’re trying to accomplish."

I really enjoyed this book which is unlike anything I've ever read. Again, it was really well-written, and I was riveted every step of the way. It was a real, unapologetic look at what the Michigan prison system is like for a veteran correction officer and it wasn't pretty. I would recommend this book to anyone - even if you don't think you would like a nonfiction novel.

[Cheryl Flores · Rating 4 out of 5]

I Will Not Be a Pawn is a deep book perfect for correction officers and passionate readers who have high expectations of our justice system. It was a timely read, and this book does not seek to inflate the downward direction of the justice system and correction officers, nor does it seek to turn a blind eye. Instead, you are taken on a captive, well-planned journey of the author himself. I was deeply captivated by his experience while working in a high-end, well-secured prison facility where no cigarettes, drugs, phones, or any kind of contraband should come in. However, it was a complete shock learning that with these well-secured facilities, drugs and other kinds of contraband are eminent. Without the author's honesty and straightforward testimonies, it will remain hidden from the public view. Kudos to the author for exposing the corruption in prison, especially in the Marquette Branch Prison in the state of Michigan.
Personally, I could really say that the author is very brave for exposing everything. At least bringing justice to all the inmates and officers who died inside the prison cells for no good reason. A must-read book!

[Aubrey Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

An exceptional book that uncovers the reality of life behind bars. I can't totally mention all the significant corruptions and injustices that happened inside, but surely, I could say that all this information is overwhelming. I Will Not Be A Pawn is a straightforward book that keeps everything intense and real. And I like this book for that.
Spicer is a brave writer and author. Although he was not secure when writing this book, he still bravely wrote it with amazing details. One of his remarkable experiences was when he found a large amount of contraband inside a highly secured prison. According to him, things like this do not go directly in an easy inspection. He suspected that police officers, wardens, and correction officers were becoming complacent, maybe because they were part of the big show. He reported it immediately to the administration without hesitation but surprisingly got little attention about his complaint. He struggled for quite some time trying to win his case, but the more he pushed the issue, the harder it got until he found a perfect solution to checkmate the lieutenant. I'm sure you'll love the ending.

[Amiyah Kennedy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautiful autobiography written in the most informative of ways. Mr. Joseph Spicer wrote with passion and intensity as he described all the sad realities that the department of corrections took. Upon reading this book, the author explicitly opened up his career as a game of chess where all the pieces occupied certain squares yet remained controlled by one person. They have no freedom to go to which square they would want to go. They could be sacrificed if the player wanted to. And that's exactly what happened to a lady officer. She was raped and killed inside the cell. Another incident was when a new officer was killed and stabbed by a lifer.
Joseph Spicer is a wise correction officer. He learned the dos and don'ts by applying integrity to be respected. And the prisoner did so. Except for the time when he was targeted by a hard object that the liquid spilled out. Lucky that it didn't hit him directly because of the bars. They laughed at it at first, but deep inside, Spicer was scared yet grateful that it didn't make a direct hit. A big thank you to the author for writing this book.

[Hannah Adams · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book never ceases to amaze me. The details of this are very well written and easy to follow. Moreover, thinking that the story of this book comes from the author himself is amazing. I right away told myself how brave Joseph Spicer must be. He wasn't afraid to put his life on the line in order to produce this piece for the purpose of opening one's eyes to the dark realities of the prison system in the state of Michigan, where he worked for almost 30 years.
Generally speaking, he sees life behind bars and the officers as a game of chess. He described that lieutenants were the knights, the sergeants were the great rooks, correction officers as pawns, new deputy warden as bishop, and warden as king. On December 2, 2013, after his remarkable discovery of the contrabands, one of the knights asked him to dispose of the items that were found in the drug bust. Spicer's answer was superb. He told him that he was going to document all of those. It was the ultimate checkmate after recording everything that the lieutenant said. Truly a difficult game with a lot of things to consider; chess is easy, life is difficult. But I'll leave that to the readers to find out and be amazed.

[Malcolm Sanders · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another book that would surely captivate anyone that reads. At the very beginning, the book is undeniably intense, and that's one of the things that I liked about it. The author kept the tone of the book the same from beginning to end. It teaches tactics and tips to have a higher chance of survival whether one works as an officer or one may be an inmate. As an officer, he urged everyone, especially the newbie, to be aware and show integrity to the people around them to gain respect. Don't play the game of chess with anyone in the prison system. If you are an inmate, as practiced and given the situation, joining a gang will give you a higher chance of survival. I was also amazed at how well he described the gangs in their own distinct way. For example, A Christian gang is mostly studios and tries to get right with themselves. It's some kind of protection for members. The Muslime gang is well-disciplined with a lot of respect for each other.
Generally speaking, aside from the intricate details, the writing style of the author is highly commendable. Using simple language, not too educated terms, which set the tone of the book in an intriguing one, not robotic.

[Richard Carter · Rating 4 out of 5]

At first, I thought it was just going to be another one of those testosterone laden books. But it turned into a thoughtful and perceptive piece about the prison system.

Reading I Will Not Be A Pawn was a refreshing experience, considering the other books I’ve been reading this semester. Amidst these were a nonfiction text that annoyed me beyond belief, an acclaimed novel that doesn’t match its hype, and a teen novel I started to try and relax, ended up being a wholly unpleasant experience.

When I started I Will Not Be A Pawn, I immediately got a sense of relief. Finally, I thought, someone who can actually write. Joseph Spicer Sr. brings something new to the table by narrating his journey through the Michigan Department of Corrections with a modern and relevant perspective of a trained correctional officer. The organization of the book was helpful to me, because as much as I love a non-linear plot line, it doesn’t portray reality nearly as well. If Spicer had jumped around with his experience, I don’t think it would have been nearly as easy to read.

[Jessica Monroe · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best nonfiction books of what it is like to work in a criminal justice system I have ever read.

Originally, I decided to read this book for research purposes, but then found myself drawn into an emotional and touching account of real-life prison. Spicer's deeply personal and truthful story should be made available to anyone. Particularly the young, who are contemplating or involved in a life of crime, and who wished to work in a criminal justice system. Prison is no holiday camp! I Will Not Be A Pawn is a well-written book if you have an interest in the prison genre or have a fascination of what goes on inside the head of someone who makes a right decision and refuses being a pawn in the a chess game. As Spicer says, "it is possible for people to change—for better and worse. People can learn, people can grow, and people can stand up and move in ways more heroic than the shape they might be cast in."

Highly recommended for anyone who wants an insider's perspective on prison life, from the correction officer’s side.

[Joseph Davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent down to earth, no punches pulled account of the real life of a correction officer. Captivating, insightful, and remarkably interesting.

This is a brilliant book full of humor, emotion, and stories you couldn't make up. As a nonfiction fan, this book is a brilliant read from start to finish and has everything I could want in a behind-the-scenes look at the Michigan prison system. Mr. Spicer sounds like a top bloke who genuinely cared about his job and gladly refused to be a pawn to the king or to the queen nor to the bishop.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book and read it in just 2 days! I loved his narrative style, it was honest and colloquial, as if he was telling you his story over a cup of tea. I admired how when he introduced something in a story, he reassures you that he would tell the full story later. The structure of the book was good. It was an interesting, moving, and horrifying tale.

It may be a little dated, but not enough to feel it as more than a passing thought.

[Vincent Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

There is something in this book that is hard to put down. I just couldn't stop reading. It's like coffee, addictive in such a good way. This is how great the book is.
I Will Not Be A Pawn is a long narrative by the author starting from his early life as a correction officer where he was placed in a highly secured prison cell thinking it was all well. He clearly states that the Marquette Branch Prison housed some of the most dangerous and well-known prisoners in the state of Michigan. He said that he knew a guy who authorized people's heads to be chopped off. He's able to put judges inside his pocket. A dangerous game that costs more than a life sentence itself. He was surprised at how the judges treated him unconsciously. Taking a break, having a vacation if he wanted to, and more. Well, these might not seem very pleasant to read, the author still kept a positive outlook for the future. He knew deep inside that change was coming soon, although his request letters of appeals were turned down multiple times. I totally recommend this book.

[Autumn King · Rating 4 out of 5]

A profound and exciting book to delve into the events and happenings of the prison system, especially in Michigan. This book is going to give you the genuine thrill and suspense that you really looked forward to in a book.
While it wasn't an enjoyable read because of all the killings, harassment, corruption, and abuses, it's a read that you owe to yourself for the purpose of awareness and justice. With his twenty-seven years of experience in the Department of Corrections, he detailed that this is the first time that he had this kind of discovery all at once. It was the time when he found a large amount of contraband. And when he reported it, a warden told him that it should have been reported by him alone first before bringing the issue to the administration, which made him confused and suspicious. Pursuing the contraband meant a lot to him. It meant his job, his values, and his faith amidst the serious threats that he was facing. A truly brave officer and author with the passion for helping bring back justice in the world.