A powerful and emotional collection of stories that brings the human side of the opioid epidemic into focus.
Told through the voices of mothers, brothers, daughters, cousins, and more from Southern Alberta, these raw and heartfelt accounts reveal the devastating effects of addiction on families and communities.
This book moves beyond the cold statistics, the needle debris, and the politics, offering a deep, personal look into the lives of those affected. With each story, readers are invited to witness the pain, love, and resilience of individuals who are caught in the grip of this crisis. It's a powerful reminder that behind every statistic is a person with a story-someone who is struggling, surviving, and seeking hope.