My book club read this book last month, and all 7 of us felt that we learned a lot from it. I have had no personal experience with drug addiction in my family, so it gave me an idea of what others have been through. After Nic relapsed for what seemed the 100th time, I felt like I had had enough.......and then I put myself in his parents' shoes. What sadness and frustration they must feel. I think it was very brave for David Sheff, Nic, his mother and the rest of the family to tell this very personal story to the whole wide world, but I thank them for the directness and the honesty. I hope it will be comforting to parents who have similar stories to tell.
When my daughter was in high school, she responded to any criticism I gave her by telling me I should just be happy that she didn't do drugs! I would tell her that I was happy about that, but I had other expectations, as well. After reading this book 18 years after her h.s. graduation, I called her and said in a very loud voice, I'M REALLY GLAD YOU DIDN'T DO DRUGS!
The book is very well written. I found it difficult to put down, and I was most certainly hoping for a happy ending, but I knew there wouldn't be one. I have not felt compelled to read Nic's book. I would like to read what he has to say in about 30 more years. In the meantime, I truly hope that he will be able to fully recover.Get more detail about Beautiful Boy.
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