I know this is probably a common topic. For me, I’m not sure if it’s a “trope” or just totally misinformed writing, but it’s how many authors approach alcoholism. Some examples are Girl on the Train and The House Across the Lake, among HUNDREDS. If anyone else here has struggled with alcoholism, you know it’s not just "i woke up after downing an entire bottle of whiskey but was able to shower, down a cup of coffee, and solve a murder. "
He catches his friend watching him across the room. He knows exactly what that look means: meet me at the secret hiding spot we’ve been to once before at exactly 2:17 am next Tuesday morning to discuss the new events.