An entertaining read. "Raised in Hell" is a  Non-fiction Family Dramedy about the Humor and Hardship of a dysfunctional upbringing during a challenging time and an even tougher environment.  The book touches on a mother's alcoholism, an absent father, poverty, domestic violence, separation and foster home living. It also deals with life in Los Angeles during the heart of the Crack Epidemic during the city's most violent times. "Raised in Hell" is delivered from the perspective of the youngest child of nine—with humor, hardship and professional precision. This book is a valuable resource for youth, young adults, parents, youth workers or anyone in need of a good laugh.