The Urge

It was an okay book. It was not a book I enjoyed reading, but given the subject matter, that was to be expected. I read through it rather quickly in comparison to other 400-page books I have read. It was pretty dry in some parts of the book and that motivated me to get through it quickly. It was interesting to see Fischer's input on the subject, considering his background.

I would not recommend this book unless I knew they were really interested in the subject matter. I know that this topic can be a sensitive matter to a lot of people.

Fascinating history. A strong call for a more compassionate and realistic approach to addiction. I particularly enjoyed Fisher's interpolations of his own experience with addiction, treatment, and recovery.