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Jordan Wright leaves her conservative style behind in time for her Sweet Sixteen, and when she lands a spot on a popular rapper’s new video, she finally feels like the girl she wants to be. But the spotlight quickly turns hostile: her best friend Adrienne, once supportive, becomes jealous and hostile, spreading rumors and threats that threaten Jordan’s reputation. As Jordan’s popularity fades, she must learn to stand up for herself and rediscover what true confidence looks like, navigating the challenges of high school, friendship, romance, and African‑American teenage life.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Cassandra Carter
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