This book is as much about the state of the prisons as much as about Prison Fellowship. John Perry is an engaging writer, and he brings to life not only the awful story of imprisonment in the United States during the last two hundred years, but the creative, compassionate team of (mostly) ex-cons who decided to do something about it. Reading this book is a powerful experience. I read it in one sitting, and it was an emotional experience. Even if you don't know or care much for Prison Fellowship or Charles Colson, this book is well-worth your time. ( )