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Meth A Memoir
a Memoir is both raw and disturbing. Written from within the confines of prison walls, the author gives an unflinching look at a life surrounded by drugs and drug use. It is a no holds barred, no feelings spared story that drags you, kicking and screaming, through the inner realms of the meth world.
As an addict and meth cook, the author knows that there are aspects to the meth lifestyle that can only be understood by experiencing it for yourself. To help you understand this sub-culture, and those who call that world home, the author will take you into the meth world as no one else has ever done before.
Everyone in America is affected by meth in one way or another. That simple fact makes this book a MUST READ.
As an addict and meth cook, the author knows that there are aspects to the meth lifestyle that can only be understood by experiencing it for yourself. To help you understand this sub-culture, and those who call that world home, the author will take you into the meth world as no one else has ever done before.
Everyone in America is affected by meth in one way or another. That simple fact makes this book a MUST READ.
292 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 8, 2012
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December 31, 2014
I feel that this memoir just lacked substance.
I found the last half just a drudge, that I wanted to hurry up and get through.
The author claims how fun and exciting his life on meth was, but all that he really seems to convey is a repetitive and dull way of life.
I read a lot of these drug memoirs, and thinking the experience of an actual cook would be different from the average user, was what made me pick up this book.
There is really nothing new here, nor even that interesting.
If this is the life of a cook, or a "king", as the author describes it, I think I'll give it a miss.
Do yourself a favor and give this book a miss too.
I found the last half just a drudge, that I wanted to hurry up and get through.
The author claims how fun and exciting his life on meth was, but all that he really seems to convey is a repetitive and dull way of life.
I read a lot of these drug memoirs, and thinking the experience of an actual cook would be different from the average user, was what made me pick up this book.
There is really nothing new here, nor even that interesting.
If this is the life of a cook, or a "king", as the author describes it, I think I'll give it a miss.
Do yourself a favor and give this book a miss too.
January 17, 2015
What a ride. Really a compelling look at the life of a bright guy cooking mesh
A bit repetitive but worth the effort. A short engrossing tale. Take out the meth and I sure had similar women in my life. Nostalgia without the shadow people. I like the lack of remorse. He cooked cause he liked it , had fun , brushed his teeth and regrets getting caught. I respect that.
A bit repetitive but worth the effort. A short engrossing tale. Take out the meth and I sure had similar women in my life. Nostalgia without the shadow people. I like the lack of remorse. He cooked cause he liked it , had fun , brushed his teeth and regrets getting caught. I respect that.
March 21, 2017
This was written in a dispassionate, matter of fact tone. Huffman was a user of both drugs and people. The author does not seem regretful of his choices, except insofar as the judgements that eventually landed him in prison.
Judging from his upbringing, it's difficult to blame Huffman for his choices. However, he kind of writes with an "it is what it is" attitude, and doesn't spend much time begrudging the people and circumstances that led him into this lifestyle. He comes across as having played the hand that he had been dealt. He excelled as an outlaw. It seems as if his downfall was inevitable.
But was it really?
I agree with the reader that this ironically tended to become monotonous at points due to the relentless way in which he manipulated people and circumstances throughout his journey. This sometimes comes across as a lack of insight, although perhaps it's just a reflection of a determination to persist in denial.
If you enjoyed "Breaking Bad", then you'll probably like this. It has a similar kind of character/plot arc. You are left to form your own conclusions.
This left me with more questions than answers.
Judging from his upbringing, it's difficult to blame Huffman for his choices. However, he kind of writes with an "it is what it is" attitude, and doesn't spend much time begrudging the people and circumstances that led him into this lifestyle. He comes across as having played the hand that he had been dealt. He excelled as an outlaw. It seems as if his downfall was inevitable.
But was it really?
I agree with the reader that this ironically tended to become monotonous at points due to the relentless way in which he manipulated people and circumstances throughout his journey. This sometimes comes across as a lack of insight, although perhaps it's just a reflection of a determination to persist in denial.
If you enjoyed "Breaking Bad", then you'll probably like this. It has a similar kind of character/plot arc. You are left to form your own conclusions.
This left me with more questions than answers.
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July 9, 2017
The book takes you for a ride and it give you a idea of what being in the drug world is really like. I personally like this book and I would recommend it. I think that someone who knows about the drug world or someone that don't know about the drug world could enjoy this book, it gives you a uncensored look at what being a meth cook is about.
August 27, 2018
Meh .....
August 13, 2014
Great book!
Great book!
I was looking for a book that talked a b out experience and the author did just that. all the others I've read are interesting but wanna go through history of the drug had a had a had a.
Great book!
I was looking for a book that talked a b out experience and the author did just that. all the others I've read are interesting but wanna go through history of the drug had a had a had a.
January 2, 2017
Good book, but drags on
I enjoyed this book, but I definitely think it could have been shorter. Many parts dragged on and I felt myself skimming over parts. Overall it was a good book!
I enjoyed this book, but I definitely think it could have been shorter. Many parts dragged on and I felt myself skimming over parts. Overall it was a good book!
October 30, 2013
I thought this was a great book. It is not a drug memior where this addict learned his lesson. Very raw real account of a guy who cook meth and lived in that world.
October 26, 2013
I would like to recommend this book to some old friends who got sucked into this world. One day, I'll send this book to Pulaski county jail for Bobby.
July 17, 2014
Good book
I learned a lot from this book, it really helped me with my job in being able to recognize users.
I learned a lot from this book, it really helped me with my job in being able to recognize users.
October 19, 2020
Spot on
An honest account with comedy and sadness. Truely good read. Honest to the end. Sometimes you can try and explain some of your actions but not your demons.
An honest account with comedy and sadness. Truely good read. Honest to the end. Sometimes you can try and explain some of your actions but not your demons.
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