I have enjoyed Danny Trejo's movies and it was great getting an insight into his real life in Trejo.  I was surprised he was sober and crime free by age 25.  I had thought he was into the gangsta lifestyle until later in life. Sad to say I was disappointed.  It doesn't take away from his experiences, but he speaks from a very young point of view in prison.  Although, he's always had a tough life and has hung around some tough characters most of his life.  I wanted to punch Uncle Gilbert in the throat for getting him into crime and drugs. Book was insightful, optomistic and I love how me dedicated his life to helping others.  It has served him well.  I wish him luck as he has had some major medical issues.  Stay bad ass Trejo and if I am ever near, I will check out Trejos Tacos.  Book had many tangents that I lost track at times and there were redundant parts. Oh, if you catch the self narrated audio book, it is very varied tempo and choppy.