Friendly Fire: A Fractured Memoir
“A powerful, gut-wrenching tale of pain, suffering, and recovery.” —KIRKUS
"This is memoir writing at its best. Thoughtful. Vulnerable. Palpable. Empathetic. Hopeful." —SMOKELONG QUARTERLY
One month before his college graduation, Paul Rousseau was accidentally shot in the head by his roommate and best friend—this is the raw, inspiring true story of their friendship, the gunshot, and the aftermath.
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Beautifully written. I loved the short chapters and fractured timeline—it let me experience the different aspects of Paul's story thematically, rather than just chronologically. This is an incredible story that speaks to so much of American society today: friendships and personal identity, gun violence, labyrinthian healthcare and legal systems. And despite all the obstacles Paul faces in the book, he always pushes forward with humor and determination. An inspiring and fascinating book.
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