Prescription for Pain

This debut audiobook investigates the shocking trajectory of Paul Volkman, a former high school valedictorian who became enmeshed in a deadly opioid scheme, leading to his life imprisonment. Over twelve years, the author conducted extensive research, including interviews, travel across states, and legal actions, to uncover the stories behind the opioid epidemic and its devastating impact. Through Volkman's story, the book offers a poignant look at a significant chapter of America’s ongoing crisis.