An ok book. It started out great. Funny, witty, with unexpected twists (who expects death to come out of a washing machine?? And rice krispies as an aAn ok book. It started out great. Funny, witty, with unexpected twists (who expects death to come out of a washing machine?? And rice krispies as an alarm system? Brilliant!)
The first half was great, but it kind of fizzled at the end and left me a bit unsatisfied.
I hope Cleaver continues to write, I would like to see another novel from the author that is a bit more fleshed out and has a bit more follow-through. ...more
I was a little leery starting this book. It's about 'the cop', butch. I thought it would be boring. Quite the contrarok, it's official. I am addicted.
I was a little leery starting this book. It's about 'the cop', butch. I thought it would be boring. Quite the contrary. Easily my most favorite of the series so far....more
I am completely addicted to the VH1 shows "Celebrity Rehab" and it's spin-off, "Sober House." Not to mention I have been a Loveline fan for years, so I am completely addicted to the VH1 shows "Celebrity Rehab" and it's spin-off, "Sober House." Not to mention I have been a Loveline fan for years, so when I was at the bookstore perusing and came across a book written by Dr. Drew I had to read it.
A good portion of the book is basically Celeb Rehab in written form minus the celebrities. I guess addiction looks the same whether you are rich and famous or a broke nobody.
What I found was interesting was the running commentary by Pinsky not only about the situations at hand from a medical standpoint, but also what was going on in his heart and head. On tv he portrays a calm demeanor, unaffected by the chaos and sadness his profession brings. In reality is deeply affected and doesn't always feel in control of the situation. It was an interesting perspective.
I also liked how he went into his theories and biology behind addiction and why addicts just can't up and stop. Again, it was an interesting perspective.
The only complaint I have is it's not the best written book. I know, I know. He's a doctor, not an author. But it's a "written-with" book, so I expect the writing to be of a tad higher caliber. ...more
**spoiler alert** Listened to this on a road trip to/from Vegas.
The first half was GREAT. The second half was so utterly depressing that it would have**spoiler alert** Listened to this on a road trip to/from Vegas.
The first half was GREAT. The second half was so utterly depressing that it would have been a four star book if not for the sad ending. It really left a damper on my mood!
Still an enjoyable read (or listen in this case). ...more
**spoiler alert** The first half of the book was a four-star, funny, surprising twists and turns. But the way the whole thing wrapped up was a little **spoiler alert** The first half of the book was a four-star, funny, surprising twists and turns. But the way the whole thing wrapped up was a little too "and they all lived happily ever after" for me. Still, all-in-all it was a fun read. ...more
I have a feeling the series is going to get really old really quickly. (I am already sick of reading "myNot as good as the first, but still enjoyable.
I have a feeling the series is going to get really old really quickly. (I am already sick of reading "my brother" and "shitkickers.") And obviously each book is focusing on one of the brotherhood falling in love.
But at the same time sometimes it's really nice to be able to pick up a book and know it's going to be exactly what you want to read at the moment. ...more
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