The Shot Caller

"The Shot Caller " is a nonfiction Christian book by Casey Diaz. This book is a moving and shows how Jesus can change hardened and toughen people. Casey is the son of immigrants from El Salvador. His Dad was very abusive to his Mother. He grew up watching and being toughened up by the abusive behavior of his Dad. At the age of 11 years old Casey became a member of a gang called Rockwood Street Locos. He was doing these crimes: home invasions, car jackings, stabbings with rivals. He was arrested at 16 years old and charged with 13 years in prison for second degree murder and 52 counts of robbery. He was sentenced to solitary confinement or 23 hours per day. There was a lady in the Folsom State prison who would walk by his room and tell him He will make a difference to people in his future and God will use him. She told him this every time she was there and walked outside his room. She was involved in prison ministry at that prison. Casey made fun of her. One day there were images on his cell wall of his life as a small boy and other images as He gets older. There is a picture of man with long hair carrying a cross. He heard and audible voice saying I did this for you and died for you. He was placed on a cross with two other people and the voice told Him I did this for you. Casey wept and could not believe someone would die for him. He was deeply moved by these pictures and the audible voice. He confessed his sins and the man who spoke to him told him to see a chaplain. Casey had a full repentance and a full heart turn around. You will be amazed at his changed life . How does Casey change and where does God lead Him.? I appreciate the publisher for allowing me to read and review this book. It is a moving story. I appreciate netgalley for giving me this book.

A fabulous book which is encouraging and challenging.
Well written testimony. Pitched perfectly.
With honest account of his life and that of gang members this book allowed me insight into so many things I was unaware of.
Providing advice and guidance at the end of the book is helpful.
There were a couple of things that were repeated but the repetition serves to reinforce the monotony of prison life.

A true story of genuine change, repentance, and. resolve to make a difference in a positive way in the world.
Highly recommended.

With gangs so prevalent in today's society this book is an important read. This true story of Casey, the son of El Salvador refugees is a wonderful tool for parents with children vulnerable to gangs. Also, churches that want to become more involved in prison ministries would find this book an encouragement. Highly recommended!!