Free Bird: A Memoir

Description

A heartfelt memoir about the relationship between a daughter and her drug addicted father. The story spans from the author's earliest chaotic childhood memories into her adulthood and as the story unfolds, so does the author's understanding of her father and herself. In the author's quest to understand her father's destructive, bizarre behavior, she discovers forgiveness, the power of loss, and self-love. The author's perspective is unique in that she pursues a career in law enforcement, arguably in an effort to somehow save her father. The story is told mostly from the author's account, but becomes very powerful when her father's voice is introduced in the form of personal letters. In the end, the author is able to reconcile her past and appreciate that although her father was her biggest saboteur, he was also her greatest teacher.

Amber White is the author of How to Raise a Juvenile Delinquent. The book's unique perspective on parenting is based on her experiences working as a juvenile probation officer. Her second book, Freebird is an honest, heart wrenching portrayal of her own chaotic childhood and the complicated relationship she shared with her drug addicted father. Freebird is an inspiring true story about overcoming difficult family dynamics and learning self-love. Amber resides in California with her husband and two children. She hopes her story lends insight and healing to addicts and their loved ones.