Coloring Outside the Lines: A Love Story in the Gray of Addiction, Recovery, and Redemption

“This book will take you on a journey into the depths of real love and pain that can come with mental health and real-life struggles. It will also remind you that you are not alone and LOVE is really the answer.” - Jaime McFaden, behavior change specialist and author, Waves of Self Care

Told in two raw, unforgettable voices, Coloring Outside the Lines: A Love Story in the Gray of Addiction, Recovery, and Redemption is a gripping husband-and-wife memoir of addiction, codependency, trauma, and the winding road to recovery, braided together with heartbreak, resilience, grace, and unexpected surrender. Chris, a charismatic entrepreneur battling hidden pain, and Katie, the partner fighting to save him without losing herself, invite readers into the messy middle of addiction and recovery. Together, they expose the unseen cost of addiction—the way it fractures trust, reshapes identity, and tests even the deepest devotion. Their story is a testament to the messy, redemptive beauty of healing, and to the truth that sometimes, the only way forward is through the gray.


WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT Coloring Outside the Lines:

“This book offers a deeply human look at the journey through addiction and recovery, not just as an individual struggle but as something that profoundly shapes a partnership. Told from both a husband’s and wife’s perspectives, it reveals the courage it takes to stay open, honest, and connected in the face of hardship. Their willingness to share both sides of the experience brings an authenticity and hope that many will find meaningful.”—Henry J.

“Honest, raw, and full of heart! Coloring Outside The Lines dives deep into addiction and forgiveness, shining light on pain, healing, and resilience. It’s a story that will undoubtedly help others find their way through similar challenges.”—Jessica C.

“Coloring Outside the Lines is a beautiful story of the resilience of true love. While reading this book, it felt so powerful to walk with Katie and Chris through the most vulnerable time in their lives. Their love is rare, but their struggles are unfortunately common. And their willingness to share this story will undoubtedly save lives.”—Izabela O.

“Coloring Outside the Lines is so much more than another book about addiction. Told in dual voices, it gives a true glimpse into what life can look like, both as an addict and as the loved one. Chris and Katie invite you into their story with vulnerable honesty, raw emotion, and heartbreaking choices.”—Ashley P.

“Coloring Outside the Lines is honest, messy, and full of heart. Chris and Katie share what love looks like from both sides of addiction—raw, vulnerable, and deeply human. It shows how healing isn’t something you do alone, but something you learn to walk through together.”—Rebecca S.