A Breed Apart

In his engaging memoir, Victor Woods reflects on his tumultuous coming-of-age in suburban Chicago, leading to a multi-million dollar counterfeit scheme and subsequent incarceration. Charged with orchestrating a credit card scam over forty million dollars, Woods chose not to implicate those close to him, earning him a reputation as “a breed apart.” Through his authentic narrative, he reveals his transformation from a rebellious youth to a white-collar criminal and the pivotal moments that inspired a positive change during his time in federal prison, highlighting the possibility of redemption despite past mistakes.