The Road through Wonderland

Dawn Schiller's The road through Wonderland is graphic, saddening, and frustrating.  In this biography she describes her 5+ year relationship with the 1970's adult film star John Holmes.  The five years were during Schiller's teen years from 15 onward, while Holmes was already in his 30's.  That is not the only controversial issue in this book.  Schiller escaped a fractured homelife into a relationship with both Holmes and his wife, living in their home as a member of the family.  Her role as 'family' was not enough to protect her from the addiction, drug induced insanity, domestic violence, and police involvement all brought on by Holmes' controlling personality.  It saddened me to think that what should have been formative and personal discovery years for Schiller were manipulated by the antagonist.  I found many scenes frustrating as Schiller's youth and dependence on Holmes led her to continually make bad decisions, or to follow her boyfriend blindly.  Schiller was tough and strong, and miraculously alive when she finally broke all ties with Holmes after he had a major drug-related arrest.  She is presently involved in several national organizations advocating for women's rights and against domestic violence.  Holmes died of AIDS in 1988.  This biography will definitely hold your interest as you explore the private world of addiction.
More info:  Dawn Schiller's website
The road through Wonderland book website