My Friend Leonard is the heartwarming and emphatically human story that follows the journey of a newly-sober James as he navigates life outside of rehab. At the center of his world is Leonard, a charismatic, high-living mobster with a heart of gold whom James met during his rehabilitation.

Leonard, the man of secretive deals and surprising passions, offers James a new life filled with unexpected opportunities and adventures. From lucrative, albeit slightly dangerous, employment to life lessons in living boldly, Leonard becomes the father figure James never had, teaching him to find joy in sobriety and passion in writing.

As James embarks on this new chapter, both he and Leonard's worlds expand in unexpected and emotional ways. Yet, as Leonard vanishes from James's life, the reasons behind his mysterious absence open up avenues of self-discovery and emotional growth.

This book not only showcases the depth of an unconventional friendship but also highlights the profound responsibility that comes with loving and caring for someone. It's a tale of courage, loyalty, and the remarkable secrets that define the bonds of true friendship.