I was a huge Friends fan, and I loved Chandler’s wit and so I didn’t rush out to buy this for fear it would shade my love of the show. Having avidly watched the Reunion it was clear that Matthew is troubled.

However, curiosity got the better of me and I’m so glad it did. Easily the best memoir I’ve ever read (listened actually, on audio), my initial expectation of a ‘poor me’ rich boy story was proven wrong. Matthew is privileged, incredibly so having achieved fame and fortune the vast majority of people can only dream of. He is aware of how lucky he has been, but it is shadowed by his addiction. He speaks of it with honesty, reflecting on his own behaviours, taking accountability for his errors and mistakes. It’s full of regret, but also hope. Even on his darkest day, he’s always hopeful that this time sobriety will stick. The saddest parts are when he mulls over what could have been; a wife, children.

It’s brutally honest, raw and yet liberal with dark humour. I know this is one that I’ll end up buying in physical format too, it’s had quite a profound effect on me. Viewing addiction differently and having me reflect on how lucky I am.