This book illuminates the persistent and often conflicting gaps in the treatment and criminal-justice landscapes while shining a hopeful light on the heroes battling the worst drug epidemic in American history. From distressed small communities in central Appalachia to wealthy suburbs, from disparate cities to once idyllic farm towns, it’s a heartbreaking trajectory that explains how the national crisis became so entrenched. We look forward to working closely with Beth and our Fox 21 partners to bring this property to life on television.”Īdds Macy of her work, “I write it the only way I know how - by witnessing the epidemic’s landing in three Virginia communities over two decades and getting to know the people on the front lines. Television can shine a klieg light on this. Until America better understands the issue it will remain a place where getting addicted is much easier than securing addiction treatment. In her award-winning book Dopesick, she investigates the roots and impact of the American opioid epidemic.Macy focuses in. Through deeply emotional true stories and an understanding of the systems that failed us, Beth has painted a powerful and important portrait of our country. Beth Macy is a journalist and bestselling nonfiction author. Said Littlefield, “Beth has written a book that holds up a mirror to where America is right now and why. 'The Midcoast' Drama Series Adaptation In Works At Hulu From Brett Johnson & Warren Littlefield
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