A Million Little Pieces by James Frey
The book is a controversial memoir that details the author's intense struggle with addiction, chronicling his experiences from the depths of substance abuse to the painful path of recovery. It vividly portrays his time in a rehabilitation facility, the colorful characters he meets there, and the personal demons he battles along the way. The narrative delves into themes of redemption, the harsh realities of addiction, and the complex journey towards self-forgiveness and healing, despite later being revealed to contain fabrications and embellishments of the author's experiences.
The 5838th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2003
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 430
- Words
- 158,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- Best Foreign Work of Fiction Chosen by Francophone Writers (French literary magazine Transfuge)