Ok I need a minute to digest this one. Holy moly guacamole.

This book details the rise of the Sackler dynasty from the early 20th century to the fall of 2020 and our good old pandemy. I had some vague understanding of the corruption within big pharma and how the opioid crisis was linked to prescription painkillers but was largely ignorant of the big picture. This book laid it out in such exquisite detail and made it impossible to look away.

I love nonfiction audiobooks read by the author, and this one was absolutely excellent. The afterword where the author describes his sources, indirect dealings with the Sackler family, and direct dealings with victims of the opioid crisis, is particularly poignant and personable.

Recommended widely, especially if you enjoy reading about harsh truths, are fascinated by the cruelty and greed of human beings, and love some good investigative journalism.

More thoughts here: https://youtu.be/vMa3vzClYkA