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Shine On You Crazy Junkie
The key lies within. I searched for many years only to find that what I had been searching for, had been right in front of me all along.
488 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 27, 2017
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About the author
Susan Segovia-Munoz
44 books47 followersSusan Segovia-Munoz was born in Los Angeles, California. The Sweet Melissa Memoir Series is her first project. It is a series about overcoming adversity. It is the author's personal story of self-destruction. Learning from the bottom up and always the hard way, things are finally starting to develop a shine of their own. The author tells all, including many humiliating experiences. She leaves nothing out. From a homeless junkie to a law abiding drug-free citizen, this author is working hard to show that anything is possible and that it is her "Time to Shine!" She enjoys writing, photography (both in front and behind the camera), painting, and learning something new each day. She hopes to give inspiration and hope to the addict and the family members of the addict. Her story contains may triggers and may not be suitable for the newly recovered.
Website: addicttoauthor.life
Website: addicttoauthor.life
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November 9, 2017
Well she finally got it together.
What a big change. Life can be hard. But in prison she was up and a lot down. But she did it. She change for the good. I happy for you. What a life you had. Now your free and no drug. And you stronger woman. Good good.
What a big change. Life can be hard. But in prison she was up and a lot down. But she did it. She change for the good. I happy for you. What a life you had. Now your free and no drug. And you stronger woman. Good good.
November 6, 2017
Wow
Have read all of Susan's memoirs detailing her unbelievable life. I hope she continues to let us know how she is doing post incarceration. I wish her all the best. Hope that she has the Lord as her pilot. Thanks Sweet Melissa.
Have read all of Susan's memoirs detailing her unbelievable life. I hope she continues to let us know how she is doing post incarceration. I wish her all the best. Hope that she has the Lord as her pilot. Thanks Sweet Melissa.
February 26, 2018
Go Susie
I have been captivated like a junkie feening for their next fix ! I can relate so much in these books ! I recommend this series to anyone who would listen
I have been captivated like a junkie feening for their next fix ! I can relate so much in these books ! I recommend this series to anyone who would listen
November 19, 2017
Captivating memoir of the author's seven year journey through the prison system. A gritty, unsanitized version of ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK, Susan describes the various challenges facing a female prisoner, from having no control over your own life to not being believed when you're grievously ill. Authentic and realistic, down to the author's penchant for sticking commas in odd places (my only criticism which in no way detracted from the story).
November 17, 2017
Great conclusion
Writing style seems different. Great conclusion. I want to know what happened after. Please. From an over 40 year recovered heroin addict I know there is a new life.
Writing style seems different. Great conclusion. I want to know what happened after. Please. From an over 40 year recovered heroin addict I know there is a new life.
August 21, 2020
Poignant, exciting and exhilarating
This memoir bares all. It is truly a series worth reading. The author consistently makes the reader feel every emotion. Although we may despise drugs and everything that goes along with addiction, Ms. Segovia makes the reader realize just how human we all are. Had this journey been condensed into one book, the impact would have been lost, and the reader may have filed it away as " oh well" here's another druggies tale. This author really makes the reader feel all of her struggles, which were not necessarily all about drugs. Redemption came at a very high cost, and I am so happy for the positive outcome. For anyone who has a loved one in the grips of addiction and feel all is lost, this is a must read.
This memoir bares all. It is truly a series worth reading. The author consistently makes the reader feel every emotion. Although we may despise drugs and everything that goes along with addiction, Ms. Segovia makes the reader realize just how human we all are. Had this journey been condensed into one book, the impact would have been lost, and the reader may have filed it away as " oh well" here's another druggies tale. This author really makes the reader feel all of her struggles, which were not necessarily all about drugs. Redemption came at a very high cost, and I am so happy for the positive outcome. For anyone who has a loved one in the grips of addiction and feel all is lost, this is a must read.
September 19, 2021
An Amazing journey . raw and real
After reading this amazing 6 book series, I feel that Susan snd I are long time
BFFs. She opened her soul and invited all of us over in. I have such respect for her ability to stare into her psyche and boldly lay out the facts.
She accepts full responsibility of her actions. Often these kind of reflection tales people try to explain their situations as a tragic thing that happened TO them..that they are victims. So many times an author, after they explain how innocent they are, they often want to spew gospel and preach from on high.
Susan does none of these cheap tactics. Her honesty and straight forward approach hooked me in one hit..I mean one book.
After reading this amazing 6 book series, I feel that Susan snd I are long time
BFFs. She opened her soul and invited all of us over in. I have such respect for her ability to stare into her psyche and boldly lay out the facts.
She accepts full responsibility of her actions. Often these kind of reflection tales people try to explain their situations as a tragic thing that happened TO them..that they are victims. So many times an author, after they explain how innocent they are, they often want to spew gospel and preach from on high.
Susan does none of these cheap tactics. Her honesty and straight forward approach hooked me in one hit..I mean one book.
June 24, 2024
Finally! Now Shine on You Crazy Diamond!
I recommend this whole series to anyone in recovery or is even entertaining the idea of getting sober. This lady is brutally honest about her journey from being an addict to being an addict in recovery. The series would be great for loved ones, also, to give them a perspective from the addict point of view. I'm sad this was the last of the series! Please write another, telling us about your new life on the outside amongst so called normal folks!
I recommend this whole series to anyone in recovery or is even entertaining the idea of getting sober. This lady is brutally honest about her journey from being an addict to being an addict in recovery. The series would be great for loved ones, also, to give them a perspective from the addict point of view. I'm sad this was the last of the series! Please write another, telling us about your new life on the outside amongst so called normal folks!
December 23, 2017
Great read
Will you go into more of your story?? Like your days and time in rehab. I wish you would have included pictures of your life... it makes it so much more real to the reader...not just pretty and glam pics but during your using days, mug shots, young life, ect... but the series is really captivating
Will you go into more of your story?? Like your days and time in rehab. I wish you would have included pictures of your life... it makes it so much more real to the reader...not just pretty and glam pics but during your using days, mug shots, young life, ect... but the series is really captivating
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August 10, 2022I will have to say that I read the entire series. Great reads. It really puts into perspective what challenges some must go through in their life to finally be able to see the road at the end of the tunnel. This author went through pain because she felt that no one loved or cared about her. I give this series 5 stars.
March 31, 2024
AWESOME BOOK! AWESOME SERIES!!
I am so saddened by completing this last book in the series!!! I've enjoyed these books and the author's story, which is quite a page turner! She has such a unique voice, so honest and open you can't put down her books! Id love to read more about her life immediately following this book. I'm sure that many readers would!!!
I am so saddened by completing this last book in the series!!! I've enjoyed these books and the author's story, which is quite a page turner! She has such a unique voice, so honest and open you can't put down her books! Id love to read more about her life immediately following this book. I'm sure that many readers would!!!
May 1, 2018
Many lessons in this book
I read all six books over three days, these books tell an all familiar tale of addiction. Hope she is doing well and hope for an update book number 7 on her progress and free life.
I read all six books over three days, these books tell an all familiar tale of addiction. Hope she is doing well and hope for an update book number 7 on her progress and free life.
June 3, 2018
Great books!!!
I really enjoyed all 6 of your books. Being a recovering addict I can really relate. Always remember keep your right foot forward and you head held high. Nothing but good to come! Keep writing!!!
I really enjoyed all 6 of your books. Being a recovering addict I can really relate. Always remember keep your right foot forward and you head held high. Nothing but good to come! Keep writing!!!
October 7, 2019
Great series
This was a terrific series of books that kept me company this weekend. This last book dealt so let with Susan's six years in prison and it was really good. Best wishes on her further endeavors and congrats on getting sober and maintaining it in prison.
This was a terrific series of books that kept me company this weekend. This last book dealt so let with Susan's six years in prison and it was really good. Best wishes on her further endeavors and congrats on getting sober and maintaining it in prison.
December 15, 2019
Sweet Melissa series is Amazing!
I enjoyed reading all 6 of the Sweet Melissa books. I’m a recovering addict and I really related to this memoir. I read a lot of biographies and this one is a favorite!
I enjoyed reading all 6 of the Sweet Melissa books. I’m a recovering addict and I really related to this memoir. I read a lot of biographies and this one is a favorite!
April 3, 2022
Great read!
This series was amazing. I am a caseworker for family treatment court. I wanted to know what it was like living the life of an addict. Susan did the best job of telling the story of a life of an addict. The raw and vulnerable events.
This series was amazing. I am a caseworker for family treatment court. I wanted to know what it was like living the life of an addict. Susan did the best job of telling the story of a life of an addict. The raw and vulnerable events.
February 28, 2023
Great Series Sweet Melissa
I loved the whole series. I can relate to the character in the story. It was interesting and I couldn't stop reading one page after the next and then switching over to the next book
I loved the whole series. I can relate to the character in the story. It was interesting and I couldn't stop reading one page after the next and then switching over to the next book
January 15, 2024
Fantastic story☺️
This story is so moving, entertaining, exciting and just WOW!!. It sounds like she finally got her sh*t together😂. Susan is a Fantastic storyteller and is a PHENOMENAL writer!!!.
This story is so moving, entertaining, exciting and just WOW!!. It sounds like she finally got her sh*t together😂. Susan is a Fantastic storyteller and is a PHENOMENAL writer!!!.
January 13, 2025
Loved all her books
I loved reading about her life as a young girl into adulthood!...So much trauma. I get the sense that she is a highly sensitive empath. She has a heart of gold and her deep emotions are sometimes overwhelming for her.
I loved reading about her life as a young girl into adulthood!...So much trauma. I get the sense that she is a highly sensitive empath. She has a heart of gold and her deep emotions are sometimes overwhelming for her.
July 16, 2018
I am guessing this is best read in order of the series - but if you're looking for a gritty, no-holds-barred look at what life is like in prison, this is for you.
December 16, 2019
Loved this series...
February 16, 2021
Had to read every book back to back!
These books definitely came into my life at a time when I needed. Thank you! So very real and heart wrenching.
These books definitely came into my life at a time when I needed. Thank you! So very real and heart wrenching.
August 16, 2024
Absolutely wonderful!
Ever one of the 6 books in this series is well written and inspiring! God bless you, Susie. Thank you for sharing your story!
Ever one of the 6 books in this series is well written and inspiring! God bless you, Susie. Thank you for sharing your story!
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