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Grown is a 2020 young adult novel by Tiffany D. Jackson. It follows Enchanted Jones, a Black teenager who hopes to become a singer and is noticed by Korey Fields, an established musician who offers to guide her career. As Enchanted's opportunities grow, the relationship becomes abusive and controlling, and the novel examines grooming, sexual violence, power, ambition, and the difficulty of being believed.
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Who is Enchanted Jones in Grown?
Enchanted Jones is a Black teenager who dreams of becoming a singer. Her career changes after musician Korey Fields notices her and offers to mentor her.
What happens between Enchanted and Korey Fields?
Korey initially presents himself as a powerful guide who can help Enchanted enter the music industry. Their relationship becomes increasingly controlling and abusive as her opportunities grow.
When was Grown published?
Grown was published in 2020. It was written by Tiffany D. Jackson, whose young-adult fiction also includes Allegedly and Monday's Not Coming.
What subjects does Grown explore?
The novel examines grooming, abuse, racial identity, and the unequal power held by adults in the entertainment industry. Enchanted's ambition and isolation are central to the story.
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