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3.97 AVERAGE
3.97 AVERAGE
He's a good writer but it bothered me to have the AA stuff included, aren't those things supposed to be confidential? I don't think it really conveys what it's like to get sober, though that may be different for everyone.
My first revisit to 'Dry' since the paperback edition came out in the mid 2000s. I prefer it over Running With Scissors and find his talent for making me laugh AND cry within the same page, heck the same paragraph, endearing. Augusten's relationship with Pighead is so similar to my own perspective on relationships, its kinda scary. Must read and enjoy the laughter and the tears, equally. Just like life. ~BRC
I liked this A LOT better than Running With Scissors. Overall it was funny but also really truthful about his struggles with alcoholism. The ending left a little to be desired, but I enjoyed the read. :)
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4 / 5 ⭐️'ˢ
“Dry: A Memoir” by Augusten Burroughs
📕 Edition: Paperback
The author takes you on a rollercoaster ride through the tumultuous landscape of addiction, recovery, and self-discovery. Burroughs, an ordinary advertising professional on the surface, unveils his extraordinary battle with alcoholism, chronicling his descent into the abyss of addiction with unwavering honesty and dark humor.
Burroughs' narrative is a candid exploration of his struggles, marked by vivid descriptions of the excesses and chaos that defined his life. From raucous nights in bars to nights that never ended, his journey is a raw account of the consequences of addiction. Yet, it's also a tale of resilience, redemption, and the unexpected moments of clarity that arise in the most unexpected places.
What sets "Dry" apart is Burroughs' distinctive voice, combining wit, sarcasm, and heart-wrenching vulnerability. His storytelling is as poignant as it is humorous, making this memoir an emotionally charged rollercoaster that leaves you both moved and amused.
A must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of addiction and recovery.
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It was sort of interesting to see inside the mind of an alcoholic but I don’t think I was that engaged in the story
Another classic Augusten Burroughs book. His stories are unbelievable when you considered that he actually became a well respected author. All the trauma in his life is more than a person should have to live through in many lives.
