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Jalen Carter, a young basketball prodigy from Phoenix, has one aim in mind: to play for the Phoenix Suns. Growing up in a rough area, Jalen endures the daily challenges of living without a father and a mother who works long hours to make things meet. Jalen, on the broken asphalt courts where dreams are born, finds comfort and purpose. "Phoenix Dreams" is a remarkable story of ambition, friendship, and resilience, depicting the difficulties and achievements of a young man determined to overcome his circumstances. Will Jalen's drive and perseverance be enough to make his goals a reality, or will the streets of Phoenix embrace him as one of their own?

*This story has deep topics such as suicide, drug use, and violence.*

*There is romance in this story, but there is no smut in any way, shape, or form.*Creative Commons (CC) Attribution

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The Fire in the Wind // Book One (Complete) by PoisonedImmortal

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