Transformed

A Navy SEAL’s Unlikely Journey from the Throne of Africa, to the Streets of the Bronx, to Defying All Odds

By: Remi Adeleke

Narrated by: Remi Adeleke

Length: 11 hrs and 11 mins

Publisher's summary

What are the odds? Statistics tell us that African-American males who grow up in a single-parent household are nine times more likely to drop out of high school and 20 times more likely to end up in prison than any other demographic. But what would it take for one young man not only to rise above those statistics but also become a Navy SEAL, actor, entrepreneur, writer, and successful husband and father?

In Transformed, Remi Adeleke takes you back to stories from his childhood, from living as Nigerian royalty to losing his father early in life and being financially stripped of everything by the Nigerian government. He delves into being raised by a single mother in the Bronx and doesn’t shy away from his illegal activities as a young man that threatened to derail his future. At every turn, including throughout his naval career, Adeleke found a way to overcome the odds, even when it didn’t make sense. His is an inspiring story of true personal transformation.

©2019 Remi Adeleke (P)2019 Thomas Nelson

Awesome book!

Remi did a great job writing and narrating this book. His story is pretty inspiring and anyone thinking they can't get anywhere in life due to any number of circumstances should read/listen to this book. Perseverance and and hard work pay off!

Inspiring Story

I listened to this book on long walks while on my quest to become more fit and healthy. This story was fuel for me. I love the “Never Give Up” message that Remi Adeleke writes about here. It is a beautifully told story.

Inspirational and full of suspense

Excellent book. I wish for nothing but good things for this man and his family . Thank you for your service.

Such an amazing story.

I have read quite A few navy seal books. This by far has to be one of the best books I have read and can’t believe everything Remi went through. So amazing what God has done through him and all that he has accomplished. Have so many questions and just feel like Remi would be an amazing person to sit and have a conversation with. Great book man!!

the personal victories and struggles of Remi A.

fascinating, well written book about remi adeleke and his life. read this book, you won't regret it.

Awesome thanks

this book was truly awesome I would recommend it to anyone. to the author I didn't think when I bought this book it would be as inspiring as it is thank you for writing it God bless good luck!

Amazing

This book is in my top 5. Amazing book I'll highly recommend to many. This book will have you reflecting on your own life.

Fantastic and enlightening story

I really enjoyed this book. He really did defy the odds that had been stacked against him repeatedly. For anyone with dense body structure and no access to resources, the path to special forces is very difficult.

Engaging life story

Remi Adeleke's life began in Nigeria, but after his father died, he and his brother were brought up with little money by their single mother in the Bronx. Black, with a poor education, and troubles with the law, his future was bleak. Remi's path to becoming a Navy Seal was inspiring. The start of this memoir, though, was a little slow. I almost quit, but held on until his journey as a Seal began. That's when his story pulled me in. I was interested in his life as a Seal and in his growth as a person. There is a part of Remi's transformation that is connected with his Christian awakening. I am not religious, and I did not feel preached at, like in some books with a Christian theme, so it was not off-putting to me. I expect other readers will be inspired by that part. To me, this memoir of an underdog was enjoyable and inspiring. The author read this, and did a very good job.

Aspire and Inspire

Really appreciated Remi taking the time to read this himself. This very much reminded me of my upbringing as a Jamaican immigrant to NYC. Great story of family, resilience, faith, service, and love. What stood out was how many people were involved in this transformation. None of us do it by ourselves. So when we get that help, take it and fly. Tremendous book!