Lauren Halls book makes a significant contribution to the emerging literature on desistance and recovery. Her social components model is both innovative and has important implications for research and practice in this area. This is an important text in advancing our ability to support and sustain positive change
David Best, Professor in Criminology, Leeds Trinity University
"Like offending and addiction, desistance and recovery are inextricably entwined, yet the two processes are somehow separated by disciplinary silos. In this ground-breaking analysis, Hall integrates the two frameworks, uncovers the common sociological forces that unite them, and presents an exciting way forward for research and practice.
Shadd Maruna, Professor of Criminology, Queens University Belfast