Grown

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Tiffany D. Jackson

An instant New York Times bestseller! "Grown exposes the underbelly of a tough conversation, providing a searing examination of misogynoir, rape culture, and the vulnerability of young black girls. Groundbreaking, heart-wrenching, and essential reading for all in the #MeToo era." --Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of The Belles Award-winning author Tiffany D. Jackson delivers another riveting, ripped-from-the-headlines mystery that exposes horrific secrets hiding behind the limelight and embraces the power of a young woman's voice. When legendary R&B artist Korey Fields spots Enchanted Jones at an audition, her dreams of being a famous singer take flight. Until Enchanted wakes up with blood on her hands and zero memory of the previous night. Who killed Korey Fields? Before there was a dead body, Enchanted's dreams had turned into a nightmare. Because behind Korey's charm and star power was a controlling dark side. Now he's dead, the police are at the door, and all signs point to Enchanted."Never have I read a story that so flawlessly hits the highest high and lowest low notes of Black girlhood in pursuit of the American Dream." --Nic Stone, New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin and Jackpot

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Author

Tiffany D. Jackson

Pages

371

Publisher

HarperCollinsPublishers

Published Date

2020

ISBN

0062840355 9780062840356

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"I just finished this book, and WOW. What an amazingly realistic story. It goes to show the corruption in our Justice system and and pop-star world. The scandals, the lies, the abuse. Sometimes, fame comes with a cost. Not all celebrities are to be trusted. On the outside, people may seem so lovely and innocent, but you never truly know someone until it’s too late. This is what this book shows us. Not only that, but the racism and doubts that African Americans are subjected to each day."

Ashtyn (They/Them)

"Everyone needs to read this book it’s uncomfortable but sheds so much light on the famous industry. "

Kelli Jean

"Tiffany D. Jackson does it again. Enchanted’s heartbreaking story of being groomed, sexually assaulted, abused, and manipulated then not believed was just so realistic. The snippets of comments from social media or group chats could have been taken directly from real conversations. While this may seem like a story about R. Kelly, it’s so much more. It’s the story of many Black girls whose voices were silenced and stories never believed. In true Tiffany D. Jackson form, the story goes back and forth from right after a murder to the details that lead up to how Enchanted got to that place. There’s a few twists and some parts had me STRESSED. Overall, it was a good read. 4⭐️’s. "

Tre

"THERE ARE TRIGGER WARNINGS!! this story is about girl who falls victim to a celebrity. she goes through abuse (physically, emotionally, and mentally) and no one believes her when she finally shares her story. it has such a deep meaning i think everyone should eventually read this book if you’re able to. "

ren

"In the first ten minutes I felt like I couldn’t continue but I picked up the book again some hours later and didn’t put it down,I hate Corey he purposely chose someone so hungry for some escape to trap. It’s so sad how she ignores all flags to do what she loves.🥺"

itxlinda•

"i loved the whole book, definitely felt every emotion reading made me question enchanted a lot myself, but in the end loved everything abt it even with the small twist"

Angie Alvarez

"This book was so good. The way Jackson writes really reels u into the story. "

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Jazmine Gonzales

"This was an incredibly difficult book to read, not because of Jackson’s writing, which was excellent, but because of the subject matter. Korey’s treatment of Enchanted frequently made me feel sick to my stomach, and I felt so bad for her, for her family, for Amber and all the other girls Korey manipulated and abused. However, I did like it, and definitely want to read more from Jackson in the future. (Make sure to check CWs before reading!!!)"

Olivia

"I ripped through this book in a day. It is absolutely heart wrenching, yet so captivating. This book discusses some pretty severe subjects head on, but Jackson handles it wonderfully."

Phoenix Madise

"First thought about Korey Fields: PREDATOR. And yet I still found myself getting excited with Enchanted once she continues to interact with him. It just goes to show how easy it is to fall victim to a predator, to forget what’s right and become caught up in the magic of it all. But soon it’s clear that the magic is just a facade, and it becomes something much darker and ill intentioned. This novel was SO powerful, unlike anything I’ve ever read. It touches on so many topics that are not being discussed frequently enough. I’d recommend it to anyone and everyone: A must read, without a doubt."