“I had intended to take a few days to read but it was so compelling that I found it difficult to put down. Mel is a beautiful, talented writer whose descriptive words explain the complexities of loving an active alcoholic/addict. Her message is clear that it is an ongoing endeavor to seek and maintain recovery and that it is so worth every effort.The greatest strength of this book is the message of hope amidst such hopelessness; like a lifeline to those who are drowning.”