You Can’t Get Rid of Me
You will laugh and you will cry, but you won’t be able to put down You Can’t Get Rid Of Me, an unflinching reveal of growing up LGBTQ in the 1970s, and a quest for belonging. Jesse Scott’s memoir chronicles his 50-year search for his birth family, blending humor, resilience, and ancestry, offering hope and inspiration to all.
Do you know your roots? DNA results and a search for his birth family take author Jesse Scott on a wild and rocky pursuit of his past as he uncovers the truth one piece at a time, a journey that redefines his identity and reshapes his understanding of what family truly means. Jesse and his biological brother Lee were adopted as children and led challenging lives—from a stint in a mental institution to sex work and addiction.
After years of looking for his birth parents, the technology of DNA and social media, plus a hearty tenacity, help solve the mystery of his birth, while creating new questions. A story of survival told with humor, courage, and unsparing honesty. Scott’s memoir is a triumph of the human spirit, offering hope to anyone who’s ever had to fight to be themselves.
Jesse Scott is former case manager for people living with HIV, former caregiver, and is currently living out his retirement in the deserts of the west coast. He continues to surprise people who have known him for years, for still being alive and kicking.
