Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing: 'Funny, fascinating and compelling' The Times Paperback – 1 November 2022

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

“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.’’

I would have been a fun read if he was still alive. Nicely written.

story from Matthew's perspective, sad story really he needed help

Amazing book

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.

I gifted the book to a friend and when opened, saw pages torn in half. I especially got this edition for the bookmark was there too, but this kind of quality is disappointing.

Never knew there was so much pain inside him all the while he was trying to make us laugh. Laughter was the drug you gifted us Matty, because it made us forget our reality for a while. It was good to know you on a deeper level and I hope you are free from the pain.