From The Inside Out
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Being honest about you're feelings is a hard thing to do and Ellie spent her life pretending to herself that her illness was not happening to her. She felt that if she got to the stage of being openly honest with herself, it would be a wonderful thing.
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About the Book
Ellie O'Donnell needs something to live for. Manic-depression and Alcoholism dominate her life. She is recovering from her latest bout of depression when she is released from hospital on a day pass. Ellie has a chance meeting with Jimbo, a homeless man. His story has such an impact on her that it changes her life forever. This novel deals with a dual diagnosis syndrome (depression and alcoholism). It is a story of hope and determination against the odds.
About the Author
The Author is a 63 year old widow who was born and reared in a small village in Co. Offaly. She was the owner of a public house which was in the family for three generations. Although she was a funtioning alcoholic also battling Depression, she worked her way through many hard years while raring a family. She is now retired, with her eldest son now running the pub, she continues to battle with her demons.