This poetic piece is entertaining, intriguing and thought provoking. Kevin X has written this book, containing 20 poems, in the midst of his painful incarceration. Discovering his gift as a poet has allowed Kevin X to present this book as a gift offering to the world. Kevin X presents intrinsic and powerful words, penned simply to inspire. Just like the rising Phoenix, Kevin X’s poetry arises out of the ashes of his mental and emotional fires. One of the darkest valleys on earth –Angola State Prison, catapulted him to produce this timeless piece of art. Reader’s attention are held captive through poetic expression, giving the world a coveted view of his mind and heart. This book symbolizes Kevin X’s resiliency and tenacity through his 12 years of incarceration. This must-read book stalks the upliftment of a battered generation’s soul.