Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing - by Matthew Perry

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Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 272
Genre: Biography + Autobiography
Sub-Genre: Personal Memoirs
Publisher: Flatiron Books
Format: Hardcover
Author: Matthew Perry
Language: English
Street Date: November 1, 2022
TCIN: 85292990
UPC: 9781250866448
Item Number (DPCI): 059-01-9133
Origin: Made in the USA

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Book Synopsis



The beloved star of Friends takes us behind the scenes of the hit sitcom and his struggles with addiction in this candid, funny, and revelatory memoir that delivers a powerful message of hope and persistence.

"Hi, my name is Matthew, although you may know me by another name. My friends call me Matty. And I should be dead."

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.



Review Quotes




Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing is a raw, unflinching memoir that took courage to write. As it turns out, Matthew Perry has a lot of courage. He takes us through his addiction, his illness and his paralyzing loneliness. Somehow, during the course of his life, Matthew was able to turn his pain into comedic joy for others, but, he tells us, it was at a cost. Matthew takes us through his "hell" but doesn't wallow. Ultimately, this book is filled with hope for the future. If you want to know about who Matthew Perry is, stay away from the rags and read this. --Marta Kauffman, co-creator of the NBC sitcom Friends



About the Author



Matthew Perry is a Canadian American actor, executive producer, and comedian.
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4.7 out of 5 stars with 17 reviews
86% would recommend
15 recommendations

Love Matthew Perry

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Kayla - 9 days ago, Verified purchaser
Great read! A must for any Friends fan. I love Matthew, he has been through a lot and details it in the book in an honest way. It would be a great gift to anyone struggling with addiction.
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Excellent!

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Grandma - 22 days ago
I found the book well-written, easy to read, funny, sad, and enlightening, and hope the words written within the pages will help others in similar situations. It takes courage to bare one's soul....
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Must read!

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
CeCeT - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
Absolutely wonderful! The truth behind the pain is moving and shows how courageous Matthew is and the strong man that he is now and during his entire life. Very moving and motivating! His vulnerability is amazing and I am so glad he was able to share his story with all of us! His “Friends” from our own living space. Would love to meet him and shake his hand and tell him he should be so proud of himself. His story will probably help more than he realizes!
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Could this BE anymore of a must read?

5 out of 5 stars
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Heather - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
I am a HUGE fan of Friends, I watched from day 1, I own every DVD, and more collectibles. When I saw Matthew Perry was putting out an autobiography, I immediately wanted it. I received a copy for Christmas. We all watched Matthew go through the stages during Friends, physically seeing the weight differences from Season to Season. In this book, Matthew lays it all out. Every single demon he was fighting. All the rehabs. All the horrible things he went through and survived as an addict. And honestly, none of it was his fault in my opinion. Early in the story you will find out he was given drugs by a doctor bc he was a colicky baby. This is surely to blame for his addiction. So sad. Your heart will break over and over as he tells his story. But, if you were a Friends fan, or an addict, or know an addict, then I think this is a book for you. And if I ever get to meet Matthew Perry, I hope he will let me give him a hug. He surely needs one!
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Must read

5 out of 5 stars
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Nmj - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
True raw emotions and a great look into the struggle of addiction from a favorite tv star
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Great memoir from a beloved actor

5 out of 5 stars
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Giu - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
The way Matthew tells the story is genius, and super vulnerable. I’ve enjoyed the story besides it’s very eye opening
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Okay

3 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
Shgeye27 - 4 months ago
I wanted to hear more about his life and working on television/movies. The whole book is basically about his addiction and trips to rehab.
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Brutally honest

5 out of 5 stars
Best of the best - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
I always knew Matthew Perry was struggling with addiction years ago but I never knew the degree of it. this is a powerful and brutally honest book of his life's struggle with pills and alcohol. He really makes me feel that by working the AA program that anyone's life can become less chaotic and manageable. I am thankful to him for sharing!
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Great Reading

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Happy Shopper - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
Matthew Perry was able to pass on his story in a very helpful manner. I am sure he will help alot of people with his own experiences.
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Matthew Perry's book/memoir

5 out of 5 stars
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Yeisha - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
I love the whole thing he’s one of my favorites and so inspirational
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Amazing read

5 out of 5 stars
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Kbowers - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
Highly recommend this book. Perry’s writing was so raw and honest and it made me love him even more.
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Could it BE more of a page turner

5 out of 5 stars
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Keelobfin - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
Couldn’t put it down. It reads like listening to a friend tell you everything he’s ever been feeling. One of those books that I’ll be chasing the high from reading for months.
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Book

5 out of 5 stars
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collection 9 - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
I truly liked the read
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Love the man and love the book

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Jess - 5 months ago
Very well written, great read for anyone struggling.
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