***AUTOGRAPHED PAPERBACK AVAILABLE AT WWW.PRETTYWRECKED.COM*** A brutally honest (and surprisingly funny) memoir about addiction, recovery, and turning a wreck of a teenage life into something badass. From the Philadelphia streets to the Ivy League, Tracy Viola proves it’s not about where you start—it’s about how hard you fight to finish. This is not your typical recovery story. It's raw, real, R-rated, and full of 80s/90s vibes. No sugarcoating. No hand-holding. Just true stories, hard-earned wisdom, and lessons you'll actually want to incorporate immediately. For teens (16+), families, people in recovery—or anyone who loves a comeback story with bite. “A tale of grit told with brutal honesty and a hefty dose of humor by the woman who lived it.” — Angela Duckworth, author of Grit, Professor of Psychology, University of Pennsylvania Get ready to laugh, cry, cringe, and cheer. Then get to work on your own shit. Pretty Wrecked : Because you don’t have to stay broken. ***PAPERBACK AVAILABLE AT WWW.PRETTYWRECKED.COM*** "A tale of grit told with brutal honesty and a hefty dose of humor by the woman who lived it. Pretty Wrecked is pretty awesome, and I highly recommend it to anyone who has not yet figured out how to live the life they deserve." ~ Angela Duckworth, Professor, University of Pennsylvania, Author of "Grit," and Co-Host of "No Stupid Questions" "Compelling, honest and relatable, Tracy's inspiring story will help anyone who wants to understand addiction. Pick it up for the personal story, keep it handy for the hard-earned wisdom she so generously shares." ~ Lisa Smith , Author of "Girl Walks Out of a Bar" "In her profoundly insightful debut, Viola gifts readers a front-row seat to the wrenching realities of addiction—and a window into the hope of recovery." ~ BookLife / Publisher's Weekly "[Tracy] is an absolute force of nature... If you're looking for answers, you might find more than that... You might find some empowerment and some energy... Her message is something you've got to take in." ~ Pete Sousa, The Payoff with Pete podcast "Pretty Wrecked is a story of despair, hope, and ultimately resilience. The book takes you into the mind and experience of a teenage addict, and tells the story of how Tracy Viola was able to climb her way out of the trash can of buried feelings from her past by making the next right decision after the next. The honesty and raw nature of this book provide tangible and relatable life experiences to help those who have been touched by addiction or alcoholism." ~ E. M. Baker, LCPMH, Ed.D. "I've read, edited, and provided feedback on many memoirs... I'm happy to say that [Pretty Wrecked] is an excellent memoir: it's emotional, engaging, and humorous. There's a strong connection and relatability between the reader and the author, due in no small part to Tracy's personable and transparent voice in the writing... It relates personal experiences to cultural or societal experiences --making it a read that's as valuable as it is entertaining, particularly for those who have struggled with addiction or know those who have..." ~ J. Flowers-Olnowich , Professional Copy Editor "Tracy Viola's... stirring debut memoir... An unflinching look into her descent into teenage drug addiction and alcohol abuse, and the subsequent twenty-seven-year journey towards sobriety." ~ MyChesCo Article Do you want to make a big - and lasting - life change but don't know where to start?  Learn how to dig into the hard stuff and live the life YOU deserve. Grab your copy of Pretty Wrecked today! Going numb was her only choice... In this captivating memoir, one woman's journey unfolds - from the darkest depths of teenage abuse and addiction to the heights of personal and professional success. Her brave and vivid narrative, skillfully blending laughter and tears, reveals the enduring beauty that can emerge from life's darkest moments. Marked by scars and illuminated by triumphs, this is a gripping read for anyone who has faced adversity, dared to hope, and believes in the boundless power of redemption. Tracy Viola was born on Philadelphia's Main Line where she still resides with her husband, two daughters and her calico cat, Olivia. She holds a BA from Villanova University and a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Temple University. Tracy has been continuously sober since February of 1996, and has been a sought-after speaker by schools and recovery centers. Pretty Wrecked is her first book.www.tracyviolaauthor.com