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Tracy Ellison, a middle‑class teen in 1980s Philadelphia, hustles through her senior year, collecting designer clothes, jewelry, and a string of boys with her sharp, intimidating charisma. Raised by indulgent relatives and a overwhelmed mother, Tracy’s ambition grows with each conquest until she meets Victor Hinson, the boy who challenges her long‑standing rhythm. As she grapples with the social pressures of her neighborhood and the expectations of school, Tracy also recognizes the need to reassess her goals, sexuality, and future. The story follows her evolution from a “flyy girl” into a young woman learning to balance ambition with integrity.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Omar Tyree
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