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Addiction memoirs: heroin "Swish: Maria in the Mourning," by Pamela Palmer Mutino, will prove to be one of the most unforgettable addiction memoirs ever written. This non-fiction narrative which chronicles a mother's mourning process after losing her only child, the beautiful and charismatic Maria to a heroin overdose at 23 is compelling and powerful from start to finish. Not a biography, no graphic details and no happy ending, but a must read for everyone who has ever experienced any aspect of the human condition. This story focuses on the umbilical bond between mothers and daughters, unconditional love, and how to lose all your dreams with grace and dignity. Published by Outskirts Press, the performance version, "Swish: Maria in the Mourning: The Monologues," can be glimpsed on You Tube; a gripping dramatic piece for anyone in need of a monologue; the book is even more detailed and exquisitely written as well. "Swish," due to its literary merit, timely topic, and timeless themes would make a comparable addition to any literature classroom or theater workshop as well. There are now 31 five-star reviews on Amazon. http://www.outskirtspress.com/webpage.php?isbn=9781432700867. "The American dream deferred...but you will never forget Maria."