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Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty by Patrick Radden Keefe

slow-paced

5.0

One of the most well written pieces of nonfiction that I have ever read. The research and investigation that went into it is unparalleled - I cannot imagine the lengths he went to in order to get information that has never been public anywhere else. But more-so, the author is able to entwine all this information into a deeply interesting and well-flowing narrative structure; its witty, funny, and draws you in. It managed to make me gasp out loud as if I was reading a thriller, but it was simply history hold is such a compelling way that it completely drew me in. And the information that is being presented is so so important- I'm so grateful that this information has finally come to light, in any attempt to hold a family that has created insurmountable harm to millions of people in America and around the world. It is a phenomenal teaching lesson for doctors and any of those who are prescribing, to do their own research for the sake of their patients. I cannot say enough good things about this book, and wish I could personally thank the author for everything he did to make it possible. 
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