Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing: The powerful memoir from the beloved star of Friends

“Diving into ‘Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing’ by Matthew Perry is like peeking behind the curtain of a beloved character. In the book, Matthew, not Chandler, shares his real-life struggles despite having fame and success. It’s not the happy ride I expected; instead, it’s a roller coaster of emotions. Reading this after his passing brought tears as I discovered the hidden battles he faced. The book beautifully shows that life is more than just the laughs and applause. Matthew, beyond the funny guy we know, reveals a vulnerable side battling personal demons. It’s hard to fathom how someone who made us laugh so much carried so much pain inside. As Chandler, he made us laugh, and through this memoir, he shares the less-known, emotional side of his life. This memoir is a touching reminder that even those who bring joy can have their own struggles. Matthew Perry, not just Chandler, emerges as a strong soul. The book leaves a lasting impact, making us appreciate the complexity of a life lived both on and off the screen. 📖💕 Matthew’s dreams came true when he embodied the character of Chandler Bing on the show. We could express it as ‘Chandler lived the life that Matthew had envisioned.’’

It's really a nice book

Lovely. Liked Chandler, and Matthew Perry's story is very relatable, though I'm not an addict.

I'm a big fan of Chandler and there is no one in the world who could play him other than MP. This book is hilarious yet extremely sad..it unfurls like a movie script i felt. What was heartbreaking to know is that though Chandler was played by Matthew, Matthew wasn't the least bit like Chandler..he just longed to have a normal life, a wife and kids...the last chapter ..when he wins over all his demons and is ready to turn a new page..and the reader knows like him that it was all a bit too late.

Authentic read about the actor must read

Loved reading every bit of it. Kinda sad story now that he is no more

About the seller: I bought this for ₹380 for a library binding format (as they claimed). But I received a fake but coloured paperback of the original. In the last pages, there were inkstains and printer info. About the book: I have always wondered how a person like Perry could be depressed amd addicted like this. Now reading the book, it is depressing, except for the last chapter. He has written his sadness in a lighter tone, that's why people claim it to be funny. But it's a sad memoir in reality, also now that he has died. I was depressed for 2 3 days after reading it. Rest in Peace Chandler Bing.

Great read. Good to have as part of a book colleection

يحتوي ٨ سيديات مش واحد بسمعه قريب.. الكاتب ممثل في مسلسلي المفضل وعندي فضول اسمع قصته ماكنت اعرف كان يعاني حتى اثناء فترة التصوير ويمثل انه طبيعي ولا احد كان حاس شيء محزن الله يحسن خاتمتنا

Good book.

Das Buch ist hochwertig und kam schnell und unversehrt an. Es liest sich gut, ist für Nicht-Muttersprachler verständlich und ist abwechslungsreich aufgebaut. Es ist wirklich spannend geschrieben und man lernt nicht nur Matthew Perry, sondern auch Hollywood zu seiner Blütezeit besser kennen. Natürlich kommt auch Friends nicht zu kurz, obwohl ich, als eingefleischter Fan nun etwas wehmütiger zuschaue. Ein wenig entzaubert dieses Buch die Serie schon, aber natürlich ist es wichtig, um die Mühen und Nöte der Schauspieler zu wissen. Während des Lesens hört man Matty Perry förmlich, es entspricht recht authentisch seiner Art zu sprechen. Sarkastisch berichtet Perry offen und schonungslos über alles, was er erlebt hat und überlässt es dem Leser, sich ein Urteil zu bilden. Eine bewegende Lektüre, die einen noch beschäftigt, wenn man das Buch längst verschlungen hat.

Perry has done a wonderful job with this book, it was hard to put it down, finished it in a few days. He was so talented may he rest in peace

Really great emotionall book!