The American Dream
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Last published Fri, Jun 18, 2021
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This follows the story of Lynn, a Haitian girl living in the 1980's trying to juggle the multiple hardships she encounters. As you read, you will see how she finds her identity and learns the meaning of family. This is an emotional coming of age novel that is based off of a true story.
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