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His world was gasoline and spark. From flame to flame the boy carried on his life. This is the life of Traviz O'Brien.
He is just a boy, engulfed by the flames of a harsh world. An angry rich father, a crying mother, a cruel friend. Until the very day a fellow with a bonnet takes him to a place he'll never forget. Welcome to East St. Vincent, the place where music permeates this lesson of family, friendship, and hope.
Warning: contains heavy amount of drama and love.
Written by Leah J. Castle.
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