Identity-Based Recovery
& Reentry

“The gripping narrative provides insight into addiction, incarceration, and personal growth. Casting addiction as a public health matter, Drasen raises awareness of mental health issues facing addicts and advocates for prison reform. His prose is raw and unflinching in recounting dark episodes from his past. Overall, this is a compelling redemption memoir, part of a self-help trilogy aimed at helping individuals recover from addiction, loss, or trauma.”

“A gritty, often poignant chronicle…providing an insider's look at the American prison system…a powerful account of addiction and incarceration in 21st-century America.”

“The gripping narrative provides insight into addiction, incarceration, and personal growth. Casting addiction as a public health matter, Drasen raises awareness of mental health issues facing addicts and advocates for prison reform. His prose is raw and unflinching in recounting dark episodes from his past. Overall, this is a compelling redemption memoir, part of a self-help trilogy aimed at helping individuals recover from addiction, loss, or trauma.”

“Powerful, factual and deeply poignant… A Vision of Hope delivers without flinching the world that is inhabited by those who find themselves addicted to some form of drug and the long-term effect that has not only on their lives but those of their families… For those on the outside looking in, A Vision of Hope is a masterclass in addiction told as it is, no holds barred.”

“A Vision of Hope by Andrew Drasen is a really engaging read. The author shares his story in a straightforward, sincere manner, making it easy to relate to. What really sticks with you is the idea that change is possible, even when everything seems completely out of control. Drasen illustrates that hope isn't just an emotion — it's something you create step by step. It's a story that's interesting, inspiring, and honest.”

“Andrew Drasen goes beyond a typical recovery memoir, looking back on his long fight with addiction and what it really took to find sobriety. This book is encouraging to anyone who has felt trapped in a similar struggle.”

“The memoir is brilliantly structured. The chapters relive past events while the journal entries are in real time. He reveals his soul to readers. A Vision of Hope is a fantastic memoir, and I highly recommend it.”

“Inspiring, honest account of Andrew's struggles with addiction and how society treated him because of his addiction. Despite all of his experiences of the judicial system there was still hope. I would encourage anyone to read this book even if, like me, you have never even smoked a cigarette or taken hard drugs. This book is a lesson to everyone about not judging, having compassion and kindness to our fellow man.”

“A Vision of Hope is depressing and yet heart-warming, complicated and yet simplified as one's life is shown at its darkest moments out of control because of choices made. Hindsight is 20-20 but the lessons learned are pricey and yet priceless. More power to your positive outlook, Andrew.”

“Inspiring, honest account of Andrew's struggles with addiction and how society treated him because of his addiction. Despite all of his experiences of the judicial system there was still hope. I would encourage anyone to read this book even if, like me, you have never even smoked a cigarette or taken hard drugs. This book is a lesson to everyone about not judging, having compassion and kindness to our fellow man.”