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A harsh account of living in the projects revolves around three young women.
Living in the rough streets of Memphis, Tennessee is a life you don't want to live in. Growing up in the rough streets you have to learn to maintain.
Keysha Jackson a girl with a feisty attitude. Growing up with a drunk abusive father. She had to grow up quick. Keysha knows one way to make it out the hood, but is that the only way.
Ebony Taylor a ghetto girl with a I don't give a fuck attitude. More to offer the world than a quick fuck. Even though the rumors around the block says otherwise. This street smart girl with a way out finds herself in a fucked up situation. Can she get out or will she be another statistic.
Shay Green a beautiful girl with a smart mouth. Living in a cramped apartment with her mother and her 4 siblings. She has to grow up and make a better life for her mother and siblings.
Take this journey, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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