Alex Stan Campbell shares his life – a myriad of harsh realities – violence, violation, and victory with such vulnerable honesty that it pulls the reader into a place of instant empathy. For any person who has ever struggled with the mystery of heritage through adoption, the effects of innocence stolen too young, and the darkness of addiction you will identify.

The Ugly One in the Middle is a beautiful journey that carries you to a new destination, if you are brave enough to go.