
A powerful and evocative novel that immerses readers in a world where hope and heartache coexist. "This short, succinct, and poignant story of friendship, family, and overwhelming sadness will leave some readers in tears." --School Library Journal
Who...

Emako Blue was supposed to be a star. She was beautiful and good-hearted. She was Monterey's best friend. She was the only girl Jamal cared about, the one who saw through his player act. She was the one who understood the burden of Eddie's family. She was the best singer anyone...

Having enchanted readers with her award-winning first novel The Red Rose Box, Brenda Woods now presents the gritty story of the beautiful and ill-fated Emako Blue, who was destined to be a star.From the moment she stands up in chorus auditions and her heavenly voice fills the...

Emako had a voice that would make her famous one day, but she died before her dreams came true. Her friends are left alone to mourn her death and share memories of Emako, the girl who was supposed to be a star.

