Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing

The beloved star of Friends takes us behind the scenes of the hit sitcom and his struggles with addiction in this candid, funny, and revelatory memoir that delivers a powerful message of hope and persistence.

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Book club questions for Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry

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Perry did not use a ghostwriter to help him write his memoir. What did you think of his voice and writing style?

Chandler was Matthew Perry's defining role. How familiar are you with the TV show Friends? What similarities and differences did you see between the actor and the character?

What do you think motivated Perry to write this autobiography?

How familiar with Perry's mental health struggles and substance abuse were you before reading this book? What surprised you the most in your reading?

The broad strokes of Perry's battles with addiction were widely reported on in the media. What new insights into his battle did you gain from reading this book? What did you learn about addiction and rehab?

Discuss the influence of money on Perry's life and struggle with addiction.

How did Perry's fame and noteriety affect his attempts at sobriety?

Perry stated that failed relationships were among the hardest thing to write about. Which relationships in the book stuck out to you?

What emotions did you feel towards Perry as you read this book?

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