Addicted to an Addict

by Honey

Chronic drug addiction ain’t just exclusive to the hood. There are plenty of dope fiends in the suburbs too. Just ask the mayor of Atlanta, the Honorable Josiah J. Bishop. His addiction to his wife, Mink, is just as powerful as her toxic love affair with heroin. As her life spirals out of control due to her obsession with the needle, his love and devotion to her is turning his world upside down. But he just can’t let her go. The brotha’s loyalty to his drug-addicted wife and the mother of his two daughters is deeper than any ocean. No matter how far Mink drags Josiah down into the gutter of drugs, booze, and dangers on the streets of the A, he’s determined to love, cherish, and honor her until death. But whose death?

Through constant infidelity, continuous disappearing acts, run-ins with the law, and countless unsuccessful rehab stints, Josiah still stands by his woman. The only thing Mink is faithful to is her next fix. She’s a slave to smack because it allows her to escape the secret demons of her past that haunt her daily. Unfortunately, not even the love of a damn good man can set her free from emotional bondage.

So, as Election Day quickly approaches, Josiah’s bid to serve a second term in City Hall is jeopardized when Mink commits her most insane act. The scandal seems impossible for Atlanta’s top dog to overcome. The media is going wild to cover the tragic murder of one of Mink’s associates, a wealthy and prominent Hollywood filmmaker she hooked up with after leaving yet another treatment facility. She’s on the run from justice, ignoring Josiah’s public plea to turn herself in. Mink realizes she’s at the end of her rope, and Josiah isn’t sure if he has any more forgiveness in his heart for her. He has a critical decision to make. Will he stay in the clutches of addiction to the drug called Mink, or will he finally kick the habit once and for all?

544 pages, Mass Market Paperback

Published May 26, 2020

Reviews

[Monique · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great book. I downloaded and listened on Audible. It was included in the membership so no credit needed.
This book held my attention. It was very real. You get to see how addiction can affect not only the addict but their spouses, kids, family, friends and others around them.
Overall it was a happy ending but as always someone is going to really see how their actions lead to hard reactions.

Read this book y’all. Even if you read with your ears like me. 😂

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[Iona R Sawyer · Rating 5 out of 5]

An addict truly can cause a loved one to get an addiction that does so much more damage to themselves. This is a read that will have all your emotions running. One that will keep you to turning pages.

[Jayrdrakefordyahoo.com · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was... WOW! I felt so bad for the husband and the kids but they got an happy ending. One well deserved.

[Nichole Walker · Rating 5 out of 5]

All I have to say is, “WOW”.

[Denyece Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent read I have not read a book that good in a long long time!

[Stacey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mayor Josiah Bishop is married to Mink but she is married to drugs... Heroin, cocaine, liquor it doesn't matter... This book took me through so many emotions... Not your average addiction story.

[Tyjwania Mercier · Rating 4 out of 5]

Real Life Situations

This book kept me wanting more and more. Coming from a life of family addiction, this book was so exciting and filled with real life emoticons.

[readchapterFree · Rating 3 out of 5]

Addicted to an Addict is a nice break from typical Urban Fiction. Mink is the First Lady of Atlanta, mother to 2 daughters, and a heroin addict. As her husband, Mayor Josiah Bishop does everything in is power to help her kick her habit not realizing he’s enabling her. Jeremiah, Josiah’s twin brother, hates his sister-in-law and goes above and beyond to find a suitable woman for his brother and nieces. After several trips to rehab, Mink finds herself at rock bottom with no one to blame but herself.

Honey tackles so many important issues in the African American community such as depression, substance abuse, co-dependency, and teenage pregnancy while showing how loyalty, faith, and prayer can change thing around for the better.

[JHamp · Rating 4 out of 5]

Much better than I thought. Not typical urban fiction. Worth the time

[Brittany Bell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the happy ended. It was super long but it was a real page Turner. I loved how the whole story played out. The fact that it didn't have to deal with a addict in the city really caught my attention.

[Dana Coley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Honey has never disappointed in any book. This novel was excellent. The plot was intriguing and I could not stop reading. I hope that there is eventually a sequel.

[Meka Meek · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dnt want to leave any spoilers so All I have to say is WOW, WOW, WOW The author Did very well with this book. i def thought it was a good read.

[Whitney · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book! I've never been disappointed by one of honeys books!

[Linda Strickland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good book!

[Ruztique Kelly · Rating 3 out of 5]

Mink did the absolute most omgggg, she put her family through so much. It took me a minute to get into it but I enjoyed it overall.

[Ericka · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, the life of Mink! Jojo was the ideal man. Supportive of his wife hands down! Such a great listen.

[KayBee's Bookshelf · Rating 3 out of 5]

solid characters, interesting plot, moderately paced, good narration
full review coming soon

[Jennifer · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is a very deep book. Once I was able to get over the ghetto speaking I can say I kinda did like it. It shows what folks have to put up with. I would say it is worth the read.