Caroline's book is one of my favourite books, ever. I think she was an amazingly gifted person.
I don't use AA, but after all these years, recovery is always a part of my day. It's a part of my being. I may be blessed/tormented but I still remember how miserable my life was and some of the things I did. I try to make amends every day to the people I hurt, and that helps me to never turn back.