Description:
A gifted and fearless Los Angeles police officer faces a dirty internal investigation that targets him with the murderous vendetta of a violent ex-con.
Brief description: Al Moreno's natural prowess for police work resulted in an unprecedented 70 commendations as he dealt with scores of gangs and violent criminals during his tenure with the Los Angeles Police Department. He not only led his colleagues in arrests, but was also frequently commended for his uncanny ability to control and arrest heavily armed suspects without the use of lethal force. Before becoming a policeman, Moreno served as a United States Marine in the Vietnam War, where he received a commendation for outstanding performance of duty.
Review Quotes:
"Probably the most entertaining and chilling police tale you'll read this year. An incredible romp, surprisingly well-written, fast paced, a serious page turner leading to an eventual tale of woe that anyone who ever worked within any bureaucracy will find disconcerting. A must read." - John C. Dvorak, co-host of the No Agenda Podcast
"If you love a street-gritty crime drama set amidst one man's heroic rise and fall, this is the book for you. Cinematic in its sweep and tragedy, it also happens to be true - told by police officer who was in the middle of all these events. Sometimes life itself is more compelling that fiction. Read it now before the movie comes out!" - Paul David Walker, Fortune 500 leadership coach, author and poet
"Al Moreno's commitment and dedication to the citizens of Los Angeles were always at the forefront of his service. He also had a compassionate side for the victims of gang violence, and at times for the criminals he encountered. When one mentally ill suspect came at him wildly swinging an axe, Al made a split-second decision to shoot him in the legs instead of fatally to the torso. The suspect's father later thanked Al in court for not killing his son. It's all here in this book!" - Frank R. Flores, retired L.A.P.D. Sergeant