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A deeply personal memoir of addiction and healing from much-loved star, Matt Willis As bassist of the of iconic noughties trio Busted, Matt was at the forefront of crafting an era-defining sound. The band was a phenomenon, winning two Brit awards, landing four number one singles and selling over five million records. But growing up, Matt had been labelled a problem child, hyperactive and disruptive. Substance abuse in his teens escalated to addiction in his twenties. In and out of rehab and crippled by shame, Matt describes deeply personal memories of the mistakes he made at rock-bottom and the pressure he put on those he loved most. But he didn't succumb to drugs or drink. Working hard at his recovery, Matt has grown to become a devoted father and a star of the West End, and twenty years on Busted are still playing to stadiums of roaring fans. Stronger is the story of Matt battling his patterns of addiction, gaining an understanding of his true self and changing his life. In this bold and searingly honest memoir, Matt embraces the highs and lows of every step on his journey towards healing.