A review by max_lemuz
Apology to the Young Addict: A Memoir by James Brown

5.0

The young addict of whom Brown speaks of is a possible byproduct of his own past addictions, and through such reflective moments as this, he is able to tell a story that transcends that of the typical "addict in the midst of addiction" narrative. Instead, Brown is digging deep and showing how the addict identity, even during sobriety, is "a real disease" and one in which never leaves you. Not just in its external struggles, but in the way it shapes one's relationships and the guilt, love, and regret that comes with them. Each story in this integrated collection is a wonderful and oftentimes heart wrenching reflective journey that readers will be able to use to question their own impact in the world.