43 pages • 1 hour read
Nic SheffTweak: Growing Up On Methamphetamines
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2008A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Tweak by Nic Sheff narrates the author's struggle with substance use disorder during his early 20s, recounting his severe relapses into methamphetamine addiction, numerous treatment programs, and the profound challenges of recovery. Through reflections on his troubled childhood and toxic relationships, Nic strives for sobriety, grapples with mental illness and faith, and ultimately learns that recovery is an ongoing process. Explicit descriptions of substance use, overdose, and mental health crises are present.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Nic Sheff’s memoir, Tweak, is an unflinchingly raw account of his descent into addiction and subsequent journey towards recovery. Critics praise its brutal honesty and immersive narrative, though some find the relentless depiction of drug abuse harrowing. The book’s candid portrayal of relapse and the struggles of sobriety resonate deeply, offering a gripping yet distressing read.
Who Should Read Tweak?
A reader who would enjoy Tweak by Nic Sheff is typically drawn to raw, honest memoirs detailing personal struggles with addiction and recovery. Comparable to James Frey's A Million Little Pieces and Augusten Burroughs' Dry, this audience appreciates gripping, real-life stories that delve into the complexities of overcoming substance abuse and the journey toward redemption.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsLexile Level
HL770L