- SKU: 9781490802176
- BARCODE: 9781490802176
- VENDOR: BooksCloud
The Man I Was Destined to Be: Addiction, Incarceration, and the Road Back to God - Hardcover
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Description
by Michael Tandoi (Author)
At twenty-seven, Michael Tandoi's life hit a breaking point. Years of bad decisions, fueled by a relentless crack-cocaine addiction, led him to become a danger not only to himself but also to everyone around him. A high-speed car chase, a string of criminal charges, and a courtroom packed with reporters ended with a judge handing down a sentence he believed was the only way to save Michael's life: seven years in prison.
The Man I Was Destined to Be is Michael's raw, honest memoir of how addiction stole everything he once valued-and how it ultimately led him to redemption. Writing much of this book from his prison cell, Michael recounts the chaos of his life before incarceration, the pain of losing his father while behind bars, and the slow but steady journey that helped him become the man he was meant to be.
His message is simple yet powerful: Love yourself, love God, and know that anything is possible if you're clean and sober.
This is more than a prison story or an addiction memoir. It is a testament to second chances and a guide for anyone seeking recovery. If you have ever wondered if real change is possible, Michael's story proves it is.
Author Biography
Bonnie Travaglini, Michael Tandoi's aunt, chronicles Michael's journey from childhood through his lengthy drug addiction and his eventual incarceration as he fights to reestablish his relationship with God and search for the man he was destined to be. This is a story of recovery and hope. Michael and Bonnie reside in New York State.
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