Book Info..!!
Title: From Hero to Villain [My True Story of thee Citgo6]
(From Hero to Villain- THE TRILOGY)
Author: Jose Pereira
Pages: 265
Genre: Fiction
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
About Author..!!
Jose Pereira, a former oil company executive with thirty-five years of experience and the former CEO of Citgo Petroleum, endured 1,775 days of unjust captivity in Venezuela as part of the CITGO6, a group of six Americans employed by Citgo.
His wrongful detention, solely based on his American nationality, lasted from November 21, 2017, to October 1, 2022. Since his return, Pereira has reunited with his family, penned his memoir, and become a Leadership and Resilience Coach and a Leadership and Motivational Speaker.
He advocates for Americans unlawfully detained abroad and strives to amend US laws concerning these injustices. Furthermore, Pereira offers his expertise in corporate speaking engagements, inspiring Corporations, Colleges, Universities, and Employees to cultivate strength and resilience.
Book Synopsis..!!
In the midst of rising political tensions between the USA and Venezuela, my 5 colleagues and I, executives of Citgo Petroleum, received an urgent call to travel to Caracas.
As CEO, I was poised and ready to retire after more than thirty years of a successful career in the oil and gas industry.
But what was meant to be a routine business trip on November 21, 2017, quickly spiraled into a nightmare.
We were falsely accused as American spies, accused of treason, corruption, and embezzlement, we—the Citgo 6—found ourselves caught in a geopolitical storm between the US and Venezuela For nearly five years, we endured the harrowing experience of being political pawns, subjected to physical and mental torture, and held hostage in Venezuela.
My Thoughts..!!
This memoir is a moving testament to the power of faith, and the author’s storytelling captures this journey with incredible nuance. The writing is intimate and reflective, bringing you into the emotional heart of a man who was forced to confront his worst fears while clinging to the hope of redemption. The narrative is deeply personal, yet universal in its message of resilience.
Book Intrigue..!!
The protagonist’s faith is tested throughout his imprisonment, but the story never falls into despair. Instead, it shines a light on the strength that comes from believing in something greater than oneself. The secret letters exchanged with his wife serve as a beautiful symbol of this faith, providing both of them with the emotional lifeline they need to survive.
Accolades..!!
The author’s ability to blend the political and personal aspects of the story is particularly impressive. While the memoir details the larger geopolitical tensions, it remains focused on the personal journey of faith, love, and transformation. This is a book that not only tells a compelling story but leaves you reflecting on the power of belief in the face of adversity.
A Story of Faith Tested and Restored!!!
Links & FootNote..!!
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