The true and harrowing tale of a Johannesburg junkie. Strangely enough, I’d rather seek her out at a meeting and listen to her share than read the end of the story. I made a once of exception to the rule that I must finish the books I begin. I really was happy to skim through the last third of the book. Despite saying this, I really do recommend you run out and read this book now. Especially if you don’t have the benefit of meeting Melinda. The thing is, she goes to rock bottom in the cruelest and most addicted kind of way and knowing she is a massively successful Johannesburg-based writer today is so inspirational.