My Friend Leonard

Name: My Friend Leonard
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780719561177
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By James Frey

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Summary

My Friend Leonard by James Frey is a continuation of the author's autobiography, following his struggles with addiction and recovery. The narrative primarily focuses on his friendship with Leonard, a larger-than-life mentor figure who offers guidance, support, and companionship. Through their journey, the book explores themes of resilience, loyalty, and the power of human connection.
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My Friend Leonard

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If you enjoy deeply personal and transformative journeys, this memoir could captivate you, as it blends raw emotion with an exploration of friendship, love, and redemption. Following a tumultuous period in the author's life, it offers an intimate glimpse into his relationship with a mentor, drawing readers into a powerful narrative filled with both humour and heartbreak.

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My Friend Leonard is the story of an extraordinary friendship formed in the most unlikely circumstances.

My Friend Leonard is the story of an extraordinary friendship formed in the most unlikely circumstances.

Description

While in rehab, James Frey finds a father figure in a shady mafia boss called Leonard. When Leonard returns to his dubious, prosperous life in the criminal underworld of Las Vegas, he promises James his support on the outside.

Tragedy strikes the day James is released and his world seems set to implode. Unsure where to turn, he calls Leonard. Paradoxically, it is in Leonard's lawless underworld that James discovers the courage and humanity needed to rebuild his life.

My Friend Leonard is a riveting tale of unexpected relationships and the journey towards redemption.

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My Friend Leonard, by James Frey, has received vivid and captivating reviews, being described as "mesmerising" and "dangerously addictive." It is praised for its extraordinary tale of life after prison, touching emotions with a stark tribute to a complicated, loyal friend. Reviewers highlight its ability to draw readers in, conveying a powerful narrative of sobriety, pain, and love, leaving a potent impact on those who read it.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780719561177

Publisher: John Murray Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 March 2006

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: John Murray Publishers Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 277g

Pages: 384

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Addiction & Recovery Biography & Memoir Health & Wellness James Frey Non-Fiction Self-Help & Personal Development

About the Author

James Frey is originally from Cleveland, Ohio. He is married and lives in New York.

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