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In the neon‑lit streets of Las Vegas a mother‑and‑daughter duo teeters between survival and aspiration. Harmony, a hardworking showgirl, must juggle the rigors of her casino gig while raising her daughter in a city where the show never ends. The narrative explores the balance between family responsibilities and personal ambition amid the glittering chaos of the Strip. The story highlights themes of motherhood, the relentless pace of entertainment work, and the intimate dynamics that bind a mother and daughter in a high‑energy environment.
First publish date: 1983
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Larry McMurtry
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