Grown [9780062840356]

Overview

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

• A Ripped-from-the-Headlines Mystery: Inspired by today’s toughest conversations, this thriller unflinchingly explores misogynoir, rape culture, and the exploitation of young Black girls in the music industry.
• An Unreliable Narrator: Enchanted Jones wakes up with blood on her hands, a dead celebrity in the room, and no memory of the night before. She’s the only suspect—but is she the killer?
• Grooming and Manipulation: When R&B legend Korey Fields offers to make her a star, Enchanted thinks her dreams have come true. But behind the charm is a controlling mentor who slowly turns her life into a nightmare.
• A Powerful #MeToo Era Novel: Hailed as groundbreaking and essential reading, this searing story gives a powerful voice to a young woman fighting back against a system designed to silence her.