"Spagnola's writing is compelling and touching. There is no glamour to substance abuse, only self-destruction. Deanna Adler's book is a worthwhile read for anyone, as it resonates on so many levels." -NYT BESTSELLING AUTHOR, Fran Drescher "An inside story few Guns N' Roses fans have heard before." -ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE, MEN'S JOURNAL CONTRIBUTOR, Kitt Doucette "A gripping display of the dangers of drug addiction overcome by the persistence of a mother's love." -#1 NYT BESTSELLING AUTHOR of 'What Do You Want to Do Before You Die'?, Jonathan Penn "The only thing more relentless than the ravaging effects of drug addiction is Adler's commitment to her son's well-being. Sweet Child of Mine provides a beacon of hope to anyone who has a family member struggling with addiction." -ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT, Darla Murray "Behind every strong drummer there is an even stronger mother." -RECORDING ARTIST AND PRODUCER, DJ QuikAbout the AuthorDeanna Adler was born in 1941 to Norman and Lillie Scheiner. She lost most of her family to the holocaust in Poland. After an abusive marriage, Deanna moved from Cleveland to LA where she raised three sons with her second husband Mel. For the last thirty years, Deanna has campaigned against drug abuse appearing on Dr. Drew's celebrity rehab, and writing "Ask Deanna" columns in Kerrang! and One Life magazines where she gave honest, hard-earned advice to teenagers on three continents. Sweet Child of Mine is her first book, a gripping memoir of her personal battle to save her son Steven, original drummer and co-founder of Guns N' Roses, from crack and heroin addiction. where can i download ebooks for free Sweet Child of Mine: How I Lost My Son to Guns N' Roses
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Loved it!By JMRI have just finished reading Deanna Adler's incredibly insightful book, Sweet Child Of Mine and I cannot thank her enough for sharing her powerful journey. I have been a fan of Guns N' Roses since the 80's when the release of Appetite For Destruction came out. I am so deeply grateful to Deanna for writing this book. She has answered so many questions for me. I was in a relationship with a musician who happened to be a drummer also and someone I loved very dearly and still do. He had some minor success in his music career but he is an active drug addict, addicted to heroin, Oxycodone, crack and cocaine. I could relate so much to the heart break she shared so openly and honestly in her book. I think this book should be required reading for Hazelden. It would help so many loved ones of addicts understand they are not alone in dealing with their addicted loved one. Hats off to you, Deanna. You are one admirable, strong, devoted and warm hearted human being. Congrats to Steven for also finding sobriety and for performing with GNR again. He will forever be GNR's best drummer. I am happy Deanna is surrounded by a very loving family. Wishing her continual success with Sweet Child Of Mine. She deserves it.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Strong WomanBy ItzMeGod bless this woman is all I can say! The book was good, there were some issues I had with some things that were kind of repetitive and hard to follow, but overall it was a well-written book. And how can you not give good reviews to a person who bares their soul? I do so hope Mrs. Adler is able to live the rest of her life with peace, because Lord knows, she deserves it!3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. I loved it!By ShaKev815I loved it!!! I really am a fan of Steven Adler so to read about him from his mothers point of raising him and suffering thru some really hard times was very interesting sad absorbing and ultimately rewarding as the book clearly tells! 5stars to Deanna Adler and thanks for giving us a great drummer in your son Steven! I love him even after reading your book!!!!! He was so bad!