Shadows
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Last published Sun, May 12, 2024
In "Shadows of Determination," follow Zuri, a determined young black girl from the rough streets of her urban neighborhood. With dreams of escaping poverty and proving her worth to her grandfather, she dives headfirst into the world of academia. But when her tuition hangs in the balance, Zuri finds herself entangled in the dangerous web of gang violence, where loyalty and survival clash in unexpected ways. As she navigates this treacherous path, Zuri uncovers startling truths about herself, her family, and the power of determination in the face of adversity. Will she emerge unscathed, or will the shadows of her past consume her future?
20 chapters about 20-23 pages in each.
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