27 Summers

In "27 Summers," Ronald Olivier shares his powerful and transformative journey from a life of crime in New Orleans to nearly three decades of imprisonment, culminating in his miraculous release in 2018. Throughout his time at the notorious Louisiana State Penitentiary, Olivier sought faith and healing despite the harsh realities of solitary confinement and violence. As he became the director of chaplains at Mississippi State Penitentiary, he learned to combat hopelessness by embracing forgiveness and the redemptive power of God. This inspiring memoir offers insights on overcoming adversity, the strength of faith in dark times, and the possibility of renewal and restoration.