Reality Check: Making the Best of The Situation

How I Overcame Addiction, Loss, and Prison

De: Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino, Andy Symonds

Narrado por: Mike Sorrentino, Lauren Sorrentino, Linda Sorrentino, Jordan Marc, Andy Symonds

Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino gives fans the inside scoop they’ve been begging for with his explosive tell-all.

In this whirlwind of action-packed, unbelievable stories, Mike paints a raw and uncensored picture of his rise to stardom, steep fall, and amazing renaissance, all told with unwavering honesty. Divulging everything from drug-fueled orgies to what really happened behind the scenes of reality television’s most loved and dysfunctional family, Mike’s book reveals all for the first time.

In his familiar, straightforward voice, he hilariously tells of intoxicated run-ins with celebrities like The Rock, Robert Downey Jr., Drake, Jay Leno, Leonardo DiCaprio, David Hasselhoff, Jason Statham, Lil Wayne, Kristin Cavallari, Whoopi Goldberg, and more. Alongside the comical moments, he describes more poignant events, such as the frantic searches for opiates to sate excruciating withdrawals, including one such time in Italy, which led to the infamous wall headbutt fight with Ronnie.

No punches are pulled in this unfiltered tale, relating Mike’s darkest thoughts after trying heroin, going to prison, and grieving his wife’s tragic miscarriages. However, like in all true redemption stories, Mike never gave up, and listeners are sure to be inspired by his determination to get clean and sober and become the man he is today. With pure candor and vulnerability, he delivers details on the mindset that got him through those dark times and onto the enlightened, sober path he walks today. Through personal anecdotes and invaluable life lessons, Mike teaches listeners how to overcome obstacles and embrace change. From conquering personal demons to finding redemption, he proves that it’s never too late to turn your life around and make the best of any situation. Get ready for a reality check like no other, and join Mike on a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and the pursuit of living your best life.

©2023 Mike Sorrentino and Andy Symonds (P)2023 Mike Sorrentino and Andy Symonds

Couldn't stop!

Wonderful, wild story. God bless Mike for where he is today. I got through this in less than a day!

Funny, heartfelt and honest

This book did not disappoint. It sucked me right from the beginning. I laughed, I cried and most importantly I rooted for Mike & Lauren!

The name

This book was amazing. It’s very relatable if you or someone you know struggles from addiction. It’s a never ending saga of pain. Hearing his story really opened my eyes to the life of instant fame.

Reality tv star relatable to the everyday person

I like how he fully explains his past life before stardom. Through some situations, it’s relatable to every day people currently going through life problems. 

You make us proud Mike!

This was very well done and so inspirational! I laughed and I cried. It was a very interesting book!

The author

Great story and read great by the author. Very great book to listen to. Hope he makes another book soon

loved it!

Finished in 1 day. couldn't stop. loved it! I enjoyed how honest these stories were.

Courage.

Loved the book I even cried
Resilience and strength to fight and win. Great story.

Amazing Comeback Story

So amazing full of emotions, unraw and uncut. Huge fan been watching Jersey shore from day one and amazing to see what really happened behind the fourth wall. Thank you for sharing Mike.

Very Inspiring

I absolutely LOVE THIS BOOK as a fan of the Jersey Shore book i think it’s brave of Mike he shared his personal story with the world. Even if someone isn’t a fan of the show it’s a very good book and inspiring. This book can and will save lives of those down a hard path!