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Far From Perfect
Fighting the overwhelming craving to return to her personal "Bubble Land" -- the world of seductive forgetfulness she has lived in since the death of her little brother, Coop-- twenty-year old Cassidy Young would be the first to admit she is far from perfect.
As a college drop-out facing a DUI and six months probation, Cassidy is forced to return to her childhood Wyoming farm, deal with her addictions, forgive herself for her past, and most difficult of all--learn to love again.
But home is not the setting of tranquility she hoped for. Her dad's Parkinson's disease and her mom's severe depression remind her that she's not the only one coping with sickness. Even her once perfect sister, Jill, has grown too thin and quiet; a possible byproduct of Jill's overbearing boyfriend, Clint. It is only when Cass is reacquainted with James Maughn -- her childhood love working on her parents' fledgling farm for the summer -- that she finally believes new beginnings may still be possible.
When she discovers that James has a serious girlfriend, the beautiful and successful Shay Daniels, staying sober seems futile, especially when her haunting past is forced to light. The dream of perfect love quickly fades. It is then she must look to a higher power for strength and forgiveness. With the help of AA, God, and Drew Barnes, her probation officer turned sponsor, Cass must begin the true process of healing in hopes of conquering her vices, repairing wounded relationships, and hopefully rediscovering lost love.
As a college drop-out facing a DUI and six months probation, Cassidy is forced to return to her childhood Wyoming farm, deal with her addictions, forgive herself for her past, and most difficult of all--learn to love again.
But home is not the setting of tranquility she hoped for. Her dad's Parkinson's disease and her mom's severe depression remind her that she's not the only one coping with sickness. Even her once perfect sister, Jill, has grown too thin and quiet; a possible byproduct of Jill's overbearing boyfriend, Clint. It is only when Cass is reacquainted with James Maughn -- her childhood love working on her parents' fledgling farm for the summer -- that she finally believes new beginnings may still be possible.
When she discovers that James has a serious girlfriend, the beautiful and successful Shay Daniels, staying sober seems futile, especially when her haunting past is forced to light. The dream of perfect love quickly fades. It is then she must look to a higher power for strength and forgiveness. With the help of AA, God, and Drew Barnes, her probation officer turned sponsor, Cass must begin the true process of healing in hopes of conquering her vices, repairing wounded relationships, and hopefully rediscovering lost love.
267 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 1, 2013
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March 14, 2013
With “Far From Perfect,” author Rebecca Bryan has created an intense, emotionally charged tale of the despair of alcoholism and the redemption of recovery. Cassidy Young, filled with horrific memories, some she feels are her fault, succumbs to alcohol dependency, drops out of college, and is now back home with her parents while on a six month probation for driving under the influence. The rollercoaster that is her life takes its toll as she struggles with seeing the changes in those she loves, including James, who she has loved since she was a child. Cassidy has setbacks, feeling even more like a disappointment and failure. If not for the help of easy going Drew Barnes, her AA sponsor, and James Maughn, with his warmth and friendship, Cass may never have pushed herself on in the uphill battle, across the landmines of life. What she finds at the other end makes it worth all of the pain.
Rebecca Bryan has gotten to the heart of the struggles faced by addicts. By surrounding Cass with both tests of her will and the rewards of her successes, I felt that spark of realism that drew me into the story! With so any simple touches in the writing, symbols of healing, (ie., a charm bracelet, Cass’s dream of her younger brother), by the end of the story, I knew Cass would make it! When an author can blur the line between fiction and reality for me, they have done their job well!
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Rebecca Bryan has gotten to the heart of the struggles faced by addicts. By surrounding Cass with both tests of her will and the rewards of her successes, I felt that spark of realism that drew me into the story! With so any simple touches in the writing, symbols of healing, (ie., a charm bracelet, Cass’s dream of her younger brother), by the end of the story, I knew Cass would make it! When an author can blur the line between fiction and reality for me, they have done their job well!
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April 3, 2013
This book was such a great read for me. It gave me a glimpse into the life of someone who had made some choices that took her down a road that was difficult to come back from. But I loved that there really are second chances and hope. Very enjoyable and entertaining! (Props to my friend and neighbor for another great work accomplished!)
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