Blackout: Remembering the Things I Drank to Forget
Blackout: Remembering the Things I Drank to Forget
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Brief
Blackout: Remembering the Things I Drank to Forget
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2015230
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Blackout: Remembering the Things I Drank to Forget by Sarah Hepola is a memoir that explores an individual's journey through alcoholism, detailing the struggles with blackouts and recovery. Sarah Hepola reflects on personal experiences and the impact of drinking on her life, ultimately seeking redemption and self-discovery.
Emotional
Contemplative
Unnerving
Bittersweet
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Sarah Hepola's Blackout: Remembering the Things I Drank to Forget offers a raw, honest portrayal of alcoholism and recovery. Critics praise Hepola's unflinching self-awareness and engaging narrative style. Some felt the memoir occasionally lacks depth in exploring underlying issues. Overall, it's a compelling and insightful read on addiction and self-redemption.
Who Should Read Blackout: Remembering the Things I Drank to Forget?
Readers who enjoyed Wild by Cheryl Strayed or Drinking: A Love Story by Caroline Knapp will appreciate Blackout: Remembering the Things I Drank to Forget by Sarah Hepola for its candid exploration of addiction and recovery. Ideal for those interested in personal memoirs, self-reflection, and overcoming adversity.
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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