"This Life is Ghetto" is a phenomenal book that gives a behind-the-scenes look into the complexities of families and children who have to deal with divorce and the trauma that can stem from it. The Authors remarkably inspire the reader to be honest and vulnerable about the pain that can come from a broken family, and how sometimes as long as you put in the necessary work the sins of the father don't have to have the final say, but healing and deliverance can also come from it.

This 'transparent wounded healer' book is a must-read by anyone seeking to be transformed through the “wide open stories” and journey of Ashley (daughter) and Mr. Wood (Poppa dad). They boldly, but humbly share the truths and tragedies, triumphs and trials, and the tests and testimonies of their life story. They are freed from being “silent sufferers.”

"This Life is Ghetto" is a true emotional rollercoaster, taking us to the depths of despair and the heights of forgiveness. Such a refreshing and unique contribution to the world of autobiographical narratives for a new generation. I give this book a standing ovation.

Standing ovation! Thank you for starting this conversation so that many others can begin/continue their own! May God utilize this as an instrument of forgiveness, healing, and transformation for the thousands who don't know where to start and/or why, who, and how to forgive. Lewis offers the gift of a father who was willing to turn around, assess, evaluate, & process his life and life choices and gift his daughter with an understanding of unexplainable behavior!

The honesty and vulnerability shared between a daughter and her father is the type of discussion we need to ignite healing into our families, particularly the African American family. This book sheds light on so many levels that often feel too sacred to explore. I highly recommend this read to those who are in search of parental/child reconciliation.

As a black father, and a son of divorced military parents, “This Life is Ghetto” has given me tremendous familiarity with the trials, pain, and curiosity we often suffer from as byproducts of parents navigating their own lives. Admittedly so, it has also opened the door of forgiveness and healing for me to enter and explore!

Sticks and stones will break my bones but words will never hurt. That is a lie from the pit of hell. Words or the lack thereof can cause major trauma, unforgiveness as well as anger. This book is the real-life journey between a daughter and her father and the power of words. Communication is imperative when dealing with any transition in life. When words are missing during transition your mind will fill in the blanks with incorrect verbiage. This book must be shared with people who are struggling to forgive. It must be shared with people who are angry at their parents. It must be shared with people who are struggling as adults due to their childhood. Thank you to Ashley and Lewis for helping us on our healing journey.

A lot of us have hurts because we were raised by imperfect parents. And in these pages, you get to listen in on a very unique conversation between a woman who feels the sting of those hurts and the imperfect father who confesses that he failed her. The Woods' story will give you compassion both for those whose actions have hurt the ones they love and also for those who’ve been hurt. And I pray that it will inspire you to face the loss in your own story so that you might also find the courage to pursue healing and forgiveness.

Ashley's writing deftly illuminates and cuts away the infected layers of love bonds and reveals a fresh foundation ready for reconciliation.