My Own Blood: A Memoir of Addiction, Trauma, and Redemption
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4.7 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 4971 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 418 pages |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
In the small town of Jackson County, Kentucky, author Silas House grew up witnessing firsthand the devastating effects of addiction. His mother, a brilliant and talented musician, struggled with alcoholism, while his father, a hardworking farmer, grappled with depression and PTSD. As House and his siblings tried to navigate their tumultuous childhood, they became entangled in a web of addiction, trauma, and mental illness that would haunt them for years to come.
In his powerful memoir, My Own Blood, House grapples with the profound and lasting impact of addiction on his family. With unflinching honesty, he recounts the heart-wrenching moments of his mother's addiction, her struggles to stay sober, and the painful relapses that shattered their family time and again. House also delves into the complexities of mental illness, exploring the ways in which trauma and addiction intertwine to create a cycle of suffering.
My Own Blood is not merely a story of addiction and trauma, but also a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. House writes with raw honesty about his own struggles with alcoholism and depression, and his journey towards recovery. He shares the profound lessons he has learned about addiction, the importance of seeking help, and the power of forgiveness.
Through vivid prose and a deep understanding of the human condition, House paints a moving portrait of a family grappling with the complexities of addiction and mental illness. My Own Blood is a deeply personal story, but it also speaks to the universal struggles that so many families face. It is a story of pain, but also of hope and redemption, offering a beacon of light for those seeking to break free from the clutches of addiction.
In My Own Blood, Silas House has crafted a powerful and unforgettable memoir that explores the devastating effects of addiction on individuals, families, and communities. With raw honesty and deep compassion, he shines a light on the complexities of addiction and mental illness, while offering a message of hope for healing and redemption.
4.7 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 4971 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 418 pages |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 4971 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
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