''The most vivid and insightful investigation any reporter has made into gang life. This is the human face behind the tragic headlines, a sad, honestly reported story of kids at war with themselves''.-- ''Playboy'' ''Shocking''. ''--San Francisco Chronicle'' ''Poignant''. ''--New York Times'' ''Fascinating and frightening''. ''--Los Angeles Times'' ''Ambitious and provocative''. ''--Chicago Tribune'' ''The testimonies Bing elicits are always fascinating [as she] lets gang members speak for themselves and at length, weaving together their stories with scene-setting narrative that reveals her deep caring for these violent youths''. ''--Houston Chronicle''