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Christy, 17, struggles to complete high school in Flint, Michigan, while dealing with the daily responsibilities of cooking, cleaning, and looking after her niece. She also faces a dire family situation, as her half‑brother, a drug dealer, has sexually abused her since she was eleven. Amid these hardships, Christy seeks a path toward self‑respect, family healing, and a safer future.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Patrick Jones
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