Sentence

"Sentence" is a compelling memoir that recounts a decade of incarceration experienced by Daniel Genis, a well-educated young man whose heroin addiction led to crime and imprisonment. Through vivid and honest storytelling, he explores the hardships of life in the New York penal system, including violence, social hierarchies, and daily survival, while also reflecting on his efforts to maintain his humanity and remain connected to loved ones. Written with empathy and wit, the book offers a powerful depiction of resilience amid the brutal realities of prison life.