Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing
So begins the riveting story of acclaimed actor Matthew Perry, taking us along on his journey from childhood ambition to fame to addiction and recovery in the aftermath of a life-threatening health scare. Before the frequent hospital visits and stints in rehab, there was five-year-old Matthew, who traveled from Montreal to Los Angeles, shuffling between his separated parents; fourteen-year-old Matthew, who was a nationally ranked tennis star in Canada; twenty-four-year-old Matthew, who nabbed a coveted role as a lead cast member on the talked-about pilot then called Friends Like Us. . . and so much more.
In an extraordinary story that only he could tell—and in the heartfelt, hilarious, and warmly familiar way only he could tell it—Matthew Perry lays bare the fractured family that raised him (and also left him to his own devices), the desire for recognition that drove him to fame, and the void inside him that could not be filled even by his greatest dreams coming true. But he also details the peace he’s found in sobriety and how he feels about the ubiquity of Friends, sharing stories about his castmates and other stars he met along the way. Frank, self-aware, and with his trademark humor, Perry vividly depicts his lifelong battle with addiction and what fueled it despite seemingly having it all.
Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing is an unforgettable memoir that is both intimate and eye-opening—as well as a hand extended to anyone struggling with sobriety. Unflinchingly honest, moving, and uproariously funny, this is the book fans have been waiting for.
In the highly anticipated memoir "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing", celebrated actor and comedian Matthew Perry takes readers on a candid and deeply personal journey through his life, revealing the struggles and triumphs that shaped his remarkable career.
Perry, best known for his iconic role as Chandler Bing in the smash-hit sitcom "Friends", opens up about his addiction to alcohol and painkillers, sharing the harrowing details of his downward spiral and the arduous path to recovery.
With unflinching honesty and self-deprecating humor, Perry recounts his childhood, his rise to fame, and the challenges he faced along the way. He delves into his relationships, both romantic and platonic, and the lessons he learned from them.
Through his writing, Perry offers a poignant and insightful examination of addiction, mental health, and the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity. "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing" is a must-read for fans of Perry's work, as well as anyone seeking inspiration and hope in the face of life's challenges.
Join Matthew Perry on this extraordinary journey as he reflects on his life, both on and off the screen, sharing his experiences with raw honesty and a touch of his signature wit.
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