Star Wars actress Carrie Fisher provides a humorous, touching account of her childhood as the daughter of celebrities, as well as her struggles with addiction and bipolar disorder.

When she was just 19 years old, Carrie Fisher exploded into pop-culture consciousness as Princess Leia in the 1977 film Star Wars.

As she got older, Fisher built a strong career both in front of the camera in films like When Harry Met Sally and behind the scenes as a script doctor to some of Hollywood's best.

But even as her career took off, Fisher struggled with substance abuse and mental health issues.

In Wishful Drinking, Fisher reflects on her younger years with characteristic wit, from growing up with famous parents to her history of addiction and bipolar disorder.

By discussing painful topics openly, Fisher suggests that we are never as alone in our suffering as we feel.