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Six lives. Six stories. One label that never goes away. What happens when serving your time isn't enough? In A Life Sentence, six individuals have completed their sentences. No probation. No parole. Some served only a single day, others decades. From minor convictions like DWI or receiving stolen property to serious offenses like robbery or assault, these individuals have rebuilt their lives. Yet, society doesn't care. It sees only one word: felon. For Marcus King, a youthful mistake means a lifetime of rejection: housing denied, job offers rescinded, and opportunities lost. Leon, convicted of felony child support while trying to provide for his children, now struggles to support them. Raymond's DWI-once a careless mistake-is now a permanent roadblock to employment. Elena carries the stigma of survival-driven theft, no matter how far she's come. Marquise's tragic story proves that even death doesn't erase the label. Johnthan, a celebrated surgeon, and Bella, a former reality TV star, are judged not for their successes but for their lowest moments. Through the eyes of Kevin Cahill-Bey, readers explore the ripple effects of these labels-not just on individuals but on families, communities, and futures. Imagine your brother, who served time decades ago for unpaid child support, still unable to land a job at a bank. Picture your uncle, convicted of a DWI, denied the chance to start his own business. Think of your cousin, a once-proud veteran, unable to vote or serve their country again because of a mistake made years ago. These are not just stories-they are lived realities for millions of Americans. A Life Sentence forces readers to confront an uncomfortable truth: while the justice system's sentence ends, society's sentence lasts forever. Whether the crime was minor or serious, the label of felon denies them forgiveness and a chance to move forward. This book is a powerful call to action, urging politicians, policymakers, and everyday citizens to question why we continue to punish those who have already paid their debt. Through raw storytelling, it challenges us to see the humanity behind the label and to imagine a world where justice truly means redemption. This isn't just a book-it's a mirror reflecting the lives of those we've forgotten, dismissed, or judged. Will you see the humanity behind the label?

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