The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things is a compelling collection of interconnected stories that explore the tumultuous life of a young boy named Jeremiah, who is on the run with his teenage mother, Sarah. When Sarah reclaims Jeremiah from his foster parents, he is thrust into a world of motels, truck stops, and the abusive, exploitative men Sarah encounters.

As Jeremiah navigates this harsh environment, he learns to survive and finds a way to love his mother, even as she spirals into drug-induced madness. The stories are told in spare, lyrical prose, rich with imagination and dark humor, transforming the savagery of Jeremiah's world into an unforgettable experience of compassion.

This special edition includes an additional seven stories, previously uncollected, by JT LeRoy, the literary persona of Laura Albert.