--- product_id: 638201436 title: "Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing: The powerful memoir from the beloved star of Friends" price: "59.14 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/638201436-friends-lovers-and-the-big-terrible-thing-the-powerful-memoir store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing: The powerful memoir from the beloved star of Friends **Price:** 59.14 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing: The powerful memoir from the beloved star of Friends - **How much does it cost?** 59.14 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/638201436-friends-lovers-and-the-big-terrible-thing-the-powerful-memoir) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description ''There''s never been a more honest or raw memoir . . . and it may just save lives'' Daily Mail ''Funny, fascinating, compelling . . . also a wonderful read for fans of Friends '' The Times ''HI, MY NAME IS MATTHEW, although you may know me by my full name. My friends call me Matty.'' So begins the riveting story of acclaimed actor Matthew Perry, taking us along on his journey from childhood ambition to fame to addiction and recovery in the aftermath of a life-threatening health scare. Before the frequent hospital visits and stints in rehab, there was five-year-old Matthew, who travelled from Montreal to Los Angeles, shuffling between his separated parents; fourteen-year-old Matthew, who was a nationally ranked tennis star in Canada; twenty-four-year-old Matthew, who nabbed a coveted role as a lead cast member on the talked-about pilot then called Friends Like Us . . . and so much more. In an extraordinary story that only he could tell - and in the heartfelt, hilarious, and warmly familiar way only he could tell it - Matthew Perry lays bare the fractured family that raised him (and also left him to his own devices), the desire for recognition that drove him to fame, and the void inside him that could not be filled even by his greatest dreams coming true. But he also details the peace he''s found in sobriety and how he feels about the ubiquity of Friends, sharing stories about his castmates and other stars he met along the way. Frank, self-aware, and with his trademark humour, Perry vividly depicts his lifelong battle with addiction and what fuelled it despite seemingly having it all. ''An unflinching and often harrowing must-read for 90s pop culture fans'' Guardian ''Written with Chandler''s trademark sarcasm and self-deprecation'' Telegraph ''A hopeful read . . . I started to think of [it] not as a celebrity memoir about addiction, but as an addiction memoir written by a man who understands his own history through the prism of showbiz'' Independent Review: Powerful, honest and touching - It is one of the best books to read to understand what happens behind addiction, and find a way to see the human behind. Review: Could this book be any more awesome - “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.’’ ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #13,621 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #291 in Biographies & Autobiographies (Books) #486 in Children's Picture Books (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 50,123 Reviews | ## Images ![Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing: The powerful memoir from the beloved star of Friends - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71aVGWARVoL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Powerful, honest and touching *by P***L on 20 January 2026* It is one of the best books to read to understand what happens behind addiction, and find a way to see the human behind. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Could this book be any more awesome *by D***A on 30 January 2024* “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.’’ ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Loved reading his last work *by A***R on 23 August 2025* Lovely. Liked Chandler, and Matthew Perry's story is very relatable, though I'm not an addict. ## Frequently Bought Together - Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing: The powerful memoir from the beloved star of Friends - Spare - The Woman in Me: The Numer One Global Bestseller --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/638201436-friends-lovers-and-the-big-terrible-thing-the-powerful-memoir](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/638201436-friends-lovers-and-the-big-terrible-thing-the-powerful-memoir) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-09-21*