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Kendra Michelle Thomas, a young African‑American singer with a powerful voice, has always aspired to become a musical superstar. After a troubled childhood places her and her siblings in foster care, Kendra ends up working as a bartender while her relationship feels aimless. Fueled by determination, she invests her savings in a demo recording. The demo opens doors, leading to a string of performances and eventually a recording contract. Yet, when circumstances force her back to the starting point, Kendra must decide whether to accept obscurity or prove that she truly has what it takes to succeed in the music industry.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Daaimah S. Poole
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