They say confession is good for the soul. The author wouldn't know too much about that, but there is such a thing as the Mirror of Eternal Truth, where much may be revealed, and much may be concealed. An atheist doesn't actually have a soul, but the principle remains the same. The world's longest written confession, My Criminal Memoir is not exactly an apology. It's not exactly an explanation. It may be an act of contrition. Consider it more of an acknowledgement, a romp down memory lane as much as it is a history lesson. Louis Shalako has made his peace with the world, as he heads on to the next phase of his life.