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The Dopeless Hope Fiend: Veteran Police Officer Becomes Homeless Drug Addict Before Finding Redemption After Near Death Exper

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In this candid book, I found that the author has well documented his life from hope to dope and back to hope again. It vividly protrays a life of one who struggled with a far too common addition and how after learning the lessons "of the street" turned his life around after a near death experience. It was a joy to see how Mr. Givens pulled it all together. I recommend this book to those who suffer addictions and for those family members who are awaiting their loved ones to find the same type of hope as this author found. It will encourage you... you will find hope as well!

I loved this book. Haven't been much of a reader lately, but I devoured this. It is easy to read and has a flow that keeps you coming back for more. An especially great book for those who think they just can't get it. It is a book of how an addicts mind works, yet the human spirit just would not give up.

Glass up (apple cider); to Mr. Givens for sharing such an: emotional/honest/inspiring story. I knew the book would be one that I'd recommend and even share w/a few people, before I purchased it. Reading Mr. Givens story reminds me that God has put us all here for a purpose. If he done it for one, he will, he can do it for you. Wow, amazing story! I do believe that this will become a number one best seller. Oprah/Dr. Phil this book is one you need to share.

The Dopeless Hope Fiend is a "MUST READ." I felt as though I was being held by the hand as the author guided me through his life's journey in the darkness, of losses and failures due to drug addiction, only to be pulled up and out by my heart strings to the light of his success. It is the hard reality of addiction at its best. Warning: Once you start reading, it is hard to stop until the end. I even shared it with my 12 year old granddaughter who "get's it" now. One of the best small investments you'll ever make - and you will want to share it with friend.

For anyone in recovery or not there yet or for a fammily member of an addict this book is great.I have been in recovery for 35 years and I cried thru half this book.I also worked in the treatment profession for 20 years and still this book really hit me.I have lost people I love thru addiction,I have a son who is killing himself with booze,I can"t help him,but this book has got me back to meetings to help someone else.Thank you,michael!!

A good story of an addict that hit the bottom of life and the rebounded into recovery.
Givens shares his hope and strength with us and hopefully reached the addicts who still suffer. A profound story of spirituality.