Prison Time

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In this sequel, Shaun Attwood recounts his harrowing experiences in the Arizona Department of Corrections after being sentenced to nine years for distributing Ecstasy. Known as 'English Shaun,' he navigates a world filled with gang members and dangerous inmates, including a violent biker who attacks him. Throughout his time, he forms bonds with fellow prisoners like T-Bone, a protective ex-Marine, and Two Tonys, a seasoned Mafia hitman, who guide him in turning his incarceration into a transformative experience. Resigned to the harsh realities of prison life, Shaun delves into psychology and philosophy to understand his past actions and begins to apply these insights. With encouragement from Two Tonys and support from a psychotherapist, he reads extensively, which aids in his personal growth. As he learns to manage the daily threats around him, Shaun starts to view his impending release with hope, buoyed by a new love waiting for him outside. However, he reflects on Aristotle's words: 'We cannot learn without pain,' recognizing the profound lessons his time in prison has imparted.