My heart ached for this family. I was Richie’s age and remember so many of the details of this book in my own community. and social circle. While I personally didn’t identify with Richie, I very much understood him and his contemporaries.
I’m thankful I didn’t get into the drug scene which was escalating at an alarming pace at the time of this story.
And now I read this as a mother of 3 children with a different set of eyes- the eyes of Richie’s parents.
This is the story of what drugs did to one family. It’s truly an American tragedy that has played out over and over for so many.
The book was expertly written and while this is an old title it’s timely as the drug war continues.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, although enjoyed isn’t really the word I’m looking for. It was a very good read/listen.