Review of Dragons to Butterflies

[Juma Florence]

Dragons and Butterflies" by Johnnie Calloway is an inspiring memoir of resilience and transformation. The honest narration and emotional depth make it relatable, especially for those battling addiction or supporting loved ones in recovery. Calloway's story is a testament to hope and personal growth. Thanks for this detailed review.

[Gabriela Contreras Gonzalez]

For Johnnie, life was never easy. After being a victim of abuse, at an early age, he became an addict. But for someone with such a difficult life, greatness was always meant to happen, and this inspiring story is proof that we can all overcome everything if we set our minds to it.

[Diana Navas]

This seems like an amazing and inspiring story. The system failed an innocent child, but at the end, they were able to overcome every difficulty they had, and this amazing author is sharing his story.

[mrlefty0706]

“Dragons to Butterflies” by Johnnie Calloway is a memoir of Johnnie’s life from the age of 5 when his mother died and the abuse he suffered as a child with an alcoholic father, life as an addict and finally success as an author. Calloway wrote a story that was honest and one that touches the reader’s hearts. He recovered from addiction by follow the 12 Step Program and a Course in Miracles which requires unconditionally loving God. Reading the first few chapters of the book and learning about the sexual abuse by his father to Johnnie and his sister Jackie and physical abuse to his grandmother was sickening. When Jackie told the police what was happening to her and the case went to court her grandmother testified that Jackie was lying that ended the case and Jackie ran away from home to Nevada to become a 13-year-old topless waitress. Jackie ended up in reform school. I am amazed that Johnnie recovered from this terrible period in his life so I think his unconditional love for God helped him immensely. A well-written book that is hard to read because of the abuse to Johnnie and Jackie. It was really sad that Johnnie blamed himself for the abuse because he never kissed his mother.

[Reva Parker]

Thank you for another great review. I'm glad you enjoyed it. I do usually enjoy memoirs, but it is often difficult for many reasons when it involves abuse and addiction. I will pass on it, but I hope many others will enjoy reading it. Also, I'm glad Johnnie was brave enough to share his story with us. I hope it will help many like he wanted it to.

[Melisa Jane]

This sounds like a very involving memoir that narrates the life of Calloway and how the author overcame several obstacles. I can already related, especially when the author talks about the influence his high school English teacher had on him.

[Anu Anand]

This sounds like an inspiring and heartfelt memoir. The author bravely shares his journey from abuse and addiction to success, offering life lessons and hope. His honest storytelling and focus on helping others make this book truly meaningful. Congrats on BOTD!

[Dayana Alvarado 1]

Calloway talks about how tools like the Twelve Step Program and A Course in Miracles will help you change your life. Additionally, he highlights the people who helped him along the way, such as his English teacher who supported him at key moments. It's a reminder that even someone's small gestures can make a big difference.

[Chris Agbara]

"Dragons and Butterflies" is a powerful and inspiring memoir, expertly narrated by author Johnnie Calloway, offering a candid and emotional account of his journey from abuse and addiction to success and recovery. A must-read for fans of memoirs and those seeking motivation to overcome obstacles. 5/5 stars.

[Kim Fauss Lowe]

Thank you for your review. The idea of the author narrating the book in the first person does sound very intriguing. As noted, he is telling his story. I usually shy away from nonfiction unless I am doing a school project, but this book sounds very intriguing and deserves a second glance.

[Honey Sima]

"Dragons to Butterflies" by Johnnie Calloway is a deeply moving memoir that chronicles the author’s transformative journey from a life filled with pain and turmoil to one of healing and hope. Calloway delves into the harrowing experiences of his childhood, marked by abuse and emotional struggles, and explores how those early traumas shaped his battles with addiction and mental health issues as an adult. Through vivid storytelling, he takes readers through the darkest moments of his life and shares how he ultimately found the strength to face his past, forgive, and embark on a journey of recovery.

The book is both raw and inspiring, offering a candid look at the challenges of breaking free from a cycle of self-destruction. Calloway’s unfiltered narrative, paired with his reflections on growth and transformation, creates a compelling and relatable story for anyone who has faced adversity. Readers are left with a message of hope, demonstrating that no matter how difficult life may seem, change is possible.

"Dragons to Butterflies" is a testament to the power of resilience, self-discovery, and forgiveness, making it an impactful read for those seeking stories of courage and redemption.

[Leonie Vermaak]

This sounds like a very interesting story and something we can learn from. It's truly sad how some children have to go through these horrible experiences, but it's always inspirational when the rise above it all. Thanks for a great review. Congrats on BOTD

[Damian Keyes]

I'm all for a true story of overcoming hardships. Johnnie is giving readers an inside look at his life in a way that he only can in its raw and honest form. Congrats to the author for having the BOTD.

[Loniya Chabili Mubanga]

This sounds like an inspirational book that one who's struggling from addiction can learn from. Especially since it's nonfiction, you can learn from the experience of the author who vouches for the 12 step program. It contains triggers for me, such as child abuse and addiction, which I don't really enjoy reading about. But I'd recommend it to readers who enjoy such.

[Aiyana Friedlander]

This book per your review sounds like one that I would like to listen to. I enjoy reading books like this. So, I think. I would definitely like to listen to it. Being an addict myself. It would be nice to have some encouragement on being able to overcome it.