Wouldn't It Be Nice: My Life (1991)

Forget what you think you know about the Beach Boys, Brian Wilson, and his troubled life and eyebrow-raising relationship with his shrink. This is a painfully honest account of Brian’s abusive childhood, his descent into mental illness and addiction, the leeches who took advantage of his vulnerable state, and how he fought his way back. Heartbreaking and heartwarming. And oh yes, the music! I could hardly put it down. A very absorbing read.