Dreamland: The True Tale of America's Opiate Epidemic

"Dreamland: The True Tale of America's Opiate Epidemic" by Sam Quinones explores how prescription painkillers, along with illegal drugs like heroin, led to a widespread addiction crisis in the U.S. It details how pharmaceutical companies aggressively marketed opioids, downplayed addiction risks, and how economic decline in certain areas increased vulnerability. The book also highlights stories of individuals affected and efforts to address the epidemic. Overall, it provides a comprehensive look at the complex social, economic, and medical factors fueling opioid addiction and its devastating impact on communities.