Prove Them Wrong: Defying All Odds, How a Triplet Survived a Chicago Gang and Graduated From the U.S. Naval Academy

by DRE EVANS

★★★ #1 WALL STREET JOURNAL & INTERNATIONAL BEST SELLER ★★★
YOU NEED TO STOP.This is a book for people who want to take action.

At twelve years old, Dre Evans felt proud to participate in his first drive-by shooting.

Everyone craves belonging and purpose in life. How far would you go to satisfy that need? Dre started by joining a Chicago street gang. But one terrifying day, as bullets flew past his head, he wondered if that desire was worth dying for.

What happened next shocked the entire city.

Dre and his brothers made history by becoming the first set of African-American triplets accepted into the U.S Naval Academy.

In this unfiltered, addictive, page-turning memoir, Dre shares his gripping story, challenges the stigma surrounding the word “gang,” and offers a fresh perspective on how to take your potential to the next level. If you feel drained or desire to increase your income and impact in life, Prove Them Wrong shows you how to make any situation work--for you.

What if you had the power Fight through lack of motivation and fearRewire your mind and gain self-disciplineUnderstand your traumas and heal from themGet clarity on who you are as a person and your purposeReprogram how you respond to adversityRun through life on your own termsRise above the odds placed on you by society, work, family, and friendsUse pain as fuel to accomplish your dreamsThis book punches you in the face with that power.

Prove yourself wrong. Prove your circumstances wrong. Prove your limitations wrong. Prove everyone wrong.

DO IT NOW.

Genres: Memoir

466 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 29, 2022

About the author

DRE EVANS is a distinguished graduate from the U.S Naval Academy with a B.S in Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering. He’s a Harry S. Truman Scholar, MIT Fellow, and Best-Selling Author.

Dre has served in multiple demanding leadership positions to include military assignments at the Pentagon and various Naval Warships.

Today, he’s an Apartment Investor, podcast host, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. He shares his experiences with violence, real estate, and leadership to inspire people across all cultural backgrounds.

He can be reached at:
provethemwrongthebook.com
drmultifamily.com
social media platforms @drmultifamily

Reviews

[Tara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Prove Them Wrong written by Dre Evans is an astounding and inspiring memoir. I could not put this book down. No matter the challenge or difficulties that stood in his way at every turn in his life, Evans pressed on and didn’t let the pain of his past deter him from going after and achieving his dreams. Evans is a brilliant writer and I felt every emotion as I read this book, from tears to laughter and everything in between. This is a must read. I absolutely loved Prove Them Wrong and you will too. Highly recommend. 10/10.

[P.B. Flower · Rating 4 out of 5]

Subjective account with straightforward narration

This is an extraordinary narrative of how Dre overcame hurdles in his life and went on to be the best version of himself. Some of the incidents were heart wrenching but the presentation kept me going.
It is a book that will inspire you as it comes from author's personal experience.
I am not too big into memoirs, this one however had excellent delivery and kept me engaged despite being long.
I'd recommend this book to anyone who is looking for motivation.

[Aysia Stephens · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great insightful and inspiring book.

Emotional and one that is easily relatable to so many people, from many perspectives.

This book I will definitely remember, as it is one of those books with so many quotes to refer back to and remind yourself to “prove them wrong”.

Dre does an amazing job at telling his story in a way that is casual - yet alluring! He maintains the readers interest with his ability to really set the scene and tap into one’s emotions and psyche.

I’m glad I stumbled across this book as I feel full of grace and new inspiration having read this book.

[Clifton · Rating 4 out of 5]

Overcoming huge odds

This is an inspiring book about overcoming your environment which does not have many resources, racism, and self doubt. Dre Evans shows what can be done when you believe in yourself and have mentors that want you to succeed.

[Derek J Lau · Rating 5 out of 5]

Riveting

I had a hard time putting this book down. A very compelling story of drive and determination. An inspiring read.

[Rick Penley · Rating 5 out of 5]

great life story

A story you don’t ever hear, from the depths of Chicago gangs to leadership in our great military. Good read.