Summary: As the subtitle of the book suggests, this exquisitely illustrated biography is about a young artist growing up in a life of uncertainty and doubt. Jarrett Krosoczka tells of his life growing up with a drug addicted mother, whose presence fluctuates in and out of his life. Forced to be brought up by his grandparents and young aunts, a young Jarrett has to adapt to an unusual and atypical upbringing. His grandparents do their best to raise Jarrett, but Jarrett can't help but long to be with his mother and, believe it or not, his absentee father, despite not even knowing who he is. Jarrett just wants what he believes to be a normal happy life. Despite all of this uncertainty, there is one thing that does bring Jarrett comfort and self-confidence: drawing. Jarrett's drawing skills bring him recognition and self-identity, and to some degree happiness. However, as he is growing up, beginning to feel comfortable about his life, he discovers who his father really i