![]() Remarkable, suspenseful, and gut-wrenching, Grown is a masterfully told story that stays with you long after you put it down. Jackson has penned a riveting, powerful love story to Black girlhood and a haunting reminder of the ways in which their innocence is often stolen. ![]() Jackson has done it again." - Nic Stone, bestselling author of Dear Martin and Jackpot "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. An instant New York Times bestseller Grown exposes the underbelly of a tough conversation, providing a searing examination of misogynoir, rape culture. "A thought-provoking, immersive thriller that will spark discussion." - School Library Journal The novel shines light on biases against young Black women and the victim-blaming that so often occurs when a predator has power, fame, and money.Compelling Jackson excels in writing books steeped in social commentary." - Kirkus Reviews Since moving to the suburbs from Queens, 17-year-old Enchanted has been suffering. "oward the end, as the timelines merge, it feels a bit clunky, but the storytelling overall is captivating. 15, 2020 An aspiring singer is taken advantage of by a superstar. Jackson's writing some of the best thrillers for teens these days." - Booklist (starred review) "Gripping in both its content and format. "Expertly juxtaposing the glamour of Enchanted's potential fame against the harshness of her private moments with Korey, Jackson builds the story gradually and painfully to an astonishing, chilling climax." - Publishers Weekly (starred review) ![]()
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