It's not always easy to write, or talk, about topics like addiction with grace and dignity. I feel lucky to have found Gyasi's story, which allowed me to come away with a little more understanding and empathy.

If I had known that this book covered addiction, depression, religion, and science, my preconceived notions would have come along for the ride. I don't know if I would have been so eager to pick it up in the face of so many heavy topics. Going in blind allowed the journey to unfold piece by piece in a way that was riveting, but not overwhelming. Bottom line: it sounds heavy, but it's worth the journey. Pick it up!

It's human, heartbreaking, and so real. The writing is *chef kiss*. There is beautiful and thoughtful sentence structure with subtle world play that will have you reaching for your pen and journal every few pages.

I loved following Gifty's growth as she reconciled her childhood piety with her neuroscience career, and slowly poked holes in the dichotomy of religion and science.