Crooked Smile

In this poignant and darkly humorous memoir, Jared Klickstein recounts his life as the child of two heroin addicts and his own battle with addiction.

The book takes readers through his unsettling childhood in the suburbs to the harsh realities of life on Skid Row. Klickstein shares harrowing accounts of violence, relapse, and deep inner struggle, including his personal encounter with near-death.

The memoir is not only about one man’s life but also addresses the broader issues of addiction and homelessness in America, offering fresh insights and solutions to these epidemics.