What is the author's tone in Monster: The Autobiography of an L.A. Gang Member by Sanyika Shakur?

The autobiography is written in a straight-forward style that should prove easy to read for any reader with an adequate vocabulary. It should be noted that there are sections of foul language that some readers may find offensive. Early in the book, the dialogue consists largely of gang language, including words such as "nigga," and using words and phrases that may not be familiar to many readers. The dialogue, while apparently believable and seeming to reflect traditional gang language, may become a stumbling point for some.