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Set against the backdrop of a local beauty pageant, the novel chronicles the lives of four 18‑year‑old contestants: Liz Nichols, the first alternate from last year; Cass Wilson, a devoted follower; Sherri Lee Speer, the newcomer; and Paula Burgess, who has been defeated before. Through their interactions and experiences, the narrative explores the pressures of beauty contests and the complexities of adolescent ambition in an American drama setting.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Drama & Plays/Drama
Authors: Brad Bailey
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