I hesitated to start reading this book because I knew there were scenes of drug addiction and I usually avoid those. However, I kept hearing how good this book was. So, I took a deep breath and started reading. And I was immediately pulled into the story. I had a hard time putting it down after starting it! Thankfully, there were no graphic scenes. You knew Steven was shooting up but there were no descriptions of it. The focus was on how his drug use affected Tammy and those around her. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and admired Tammy for her strength despite her mistakes.

We all make bad decisions, and Tammy made some big ones. It was obvious that Tina Hogan Grant poured her heart into this book. I felt Tammy’s turmoil throughout the story. It was quite a rollercoaster of emotions. From a forbidden love affair to a relationship based on lies and deceit, Tammy didn’t do too well with her choice of men. But she was determined to protect her baby son.

The writing flows beautifully and made the story come to life. This is the perfect book for anyone living with an addict. The constant fear, the anger, the shame – it is all laid bare in this book. This is real life. In fact, it was based on the author’s life.

It is geared towards women or any family member that may be with an addict or an abuser.

I highly recommend this book. I am now looking forward to reading the sequel. ( )