Leave Out the Tragic Parts: A Grandfather's Search for a Boy Lost to Addiction

Leave Out the Tragic Parts is a heart-wrenching yet powerful memoir that delves into the life of Jared Kindred, a young man who struggled with addiction and ultimately lost his life.

Through this book, Dave Kindred, Jared's grandfather, shares his love and grief in an effort to understand the choices his grandson made and the lies he told to cope with his addiction.

This book is not just a reflection on love and loss but also a testament to the power of journalism in uncovering the truth.

Kindred's meticulous reporting reconstructs Jared's life, revealing the choices he made and the reasons behind them.

The book raises important questions about the lies we tell ourselves and our families, and how they can either bind us together or tear us apart.

Leave Out the Tragic Parts is a must-read for anyone who has ever loved someone struggling with addiction or loss.

It is a powerful reminder of the importance of empathy and understanding in healing and redemption.