Pass Da 'El

"e;Many of us live life disregarding the lessons we can learn in life. The episodes shared by F. Mateen Flores in his book, PASS DA EL are insights into the life of a troubled urban youth who was sentenced to a life sentence and committed to the New York State Department of Correctional Services. PASS DA EL is an enjoyable book that has its share of adventure, humor, suspense, drama and invaluable gems to possibly redirect lives to better living. It is the authors hope that these insights will serve as illuminations in the dark wilderness to help others avoid getting caught up in the traps and pitfalls of life. Unlike most urban fictions, PASS DA EL does not glamorize drugs, sex or the glitter in life. It is a real book with real accounts which also serve its readers LESSONS we should learn or know about LIFE. Parents, educators, counselors"e;