Shooting Up

Set against the backdrop of 1980s Madrid’s San Blas neighborhood, known for its struggles with heroin addiction and crime, this memoir follows Jonathan Tepper's upbringing in a family of American missionaries dedicated to helping society’s most broken. Amidst the challenges of drug violence and the devastating impact of AIDS, Jonathan builds deep bonds of friendship and family while confronting themes of love, loss, and faith. With a powerful, moving narrative, the story highlights resilience and hope emerging from adversity.