I read this in a single sitting. It reads like a gritty crime novel, but knowing every single page is true makes it chilling. The stories about his military K-9 training are unforgettable.

Armento does not try to make himself look good, and that is why this memoir works. It is raw, ugly, and profoundly honest. A masterpiece of authentic biographical writing.

An incredible look at how early childhood trauma drives adult addiction. As a counselor, I find Paul’s psychological coping mechanisms and his ultimate turnaround fascinating.