Five Minutes To Count: A memoir of a former female correctional officer - 5724

In the harsh, often dangerous world of corrections, few have the courage to reveal what truly happens behind the bars. Five Minutes To Count is the gripping, first-hand account of Lisa Purtue, a female correctional officer who worked in some of the toughest prisons. Through her eyes, readers are thrust into a world where the boundaries between law and humanity blur, and survival means more than just enforcing rules. This powerful memoir recounts the raw reality of working in a male-dominated environment, where every shift is a test of strength, resolve, and personal values. Lisa shares moments of unimaginable tension, poignant acts of compassion, and the brutal truths of what happens behind closed doors. From battling personal demons to managing the complexities of a challenging job, she confronts the gritty realities of life in prison and the toll it takes on both the inmates and the officers who serve. Five Minutes To Count is a testament to resilience, courage, and the quiet heroism that comes with doing a job few can truly understand. It’s a story of survival in the face of adversity, offering a rare and unfiltered glimpse into the life of a correctional officer who was not only tasked with maintaining order but also faced with the emotional and ethical dilemmas that come with the job. Prepare for a journey through the unforgiving world of the prison system, where every minute counts and the cost of survival can be higher than anyone expects.
ASIN: B0DQTJHT93
VSKU: BVV.B0DQTJHT93.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Purtue, Lisa A.
Binding: Paperback