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Yancey Harrington Braxton marries John "Basil" Henderson, but the ceremony fails to live up to expectations. She moves to Los Angeles, reinventing herself as the polished pop star Yancey B. While Basil pursues his burgeoning career as a sports agent, Yancey’s debut single, "Any Way the Wind Blows," climbs the charts. The song’s success—and its hidden meaning—puts Basil’s reputation at risk if the public learns the true story behind the lyrics. Adding to the tension is Bart Dunbar, a striking and ambitious man who may hold the key to Yancey’s past and her future.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: E. Lynn Harris
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