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. "
First and last Jodi Piccoult book I read was “House Rules.” The entire book is based on this trope. I wanted to scream and was so upset by this lazy writing that I haven’t read any other books by her since.