An instant New York Times bestseller! “Grown exposes the underbelly of a tough conversation, providing a searing examination of misogynoir, rape culture, and the vulnerability of young black girls. Groundbreaking, heart-wrenching, and essential reading for all in the #MeToo era.” - Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of The Belles
Award-winning author Tiffany D. Jackson delivers another riveting, ripped-from-the-headlines mystery that exposes horrific secrets hiding behind the limelight and embraces the power of a young woman’s voice.
When legendary R&B artist Korey Fields spots Enchanted Jones at an audition, her dreams of being a famous singer take flight. Until Enchanted wakes up with blood on her hands and zero memory of the previous night. Who killed Korey Fields?
Before there was a dead body, Enchanted’s dreams had turned into a nightmare. Because behind Korey’s charm and star power was a controlling dark side. Now he’s dead, the police are at the door, and all signs point to Enchanted.
Never have I read a story that so flawlessly hits the highest high and lowest low notes of Black girlhood in pursuit of the American Dream.
- Nic Stone, New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin and Jackpot
- Ripped-from-the-Headlines Mystery: Inspired by real-life events in the music industry, this thriller tackles the dark side of fame, power, and the systems that protect abusers.
- An Unreliable Narrator: Enchanted can’t remember the night Korey Fields died. She has blood on her hands, but as she pieces together the past, she realizes she can’t even trust her own memory.
- #MeToo for the YA Audience: A searing and essential examination of misogynoir, rape culture, and the vulnerability of young Black girls in a world that refuses to believe them.
- Dual Timeline Suspense: The story alternates between the terrifying “now” where Enchanted is a murder suspect, and the chilling “then,” revealing the nightmare that unfolded behind the charm of a superstar.