About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is facing a major transition or feels like their hometown is too small for their big ambitions. It is a perfect choice for the child who is beginning to navigate the 'real world' and needs to see that setbacks are not failures, but part of the journey. The story follows Retta Lee Jones as she leaves rural Tennessee for Nashville to pursue a country music career. Beyond the music, the book explores critical themes of self-reliance, distinguishing true friends from opportunists, and the importance of maintaining one's integrity in competitive environments. It is a grounded, realistic look at growing up that validates the fear and excitement of chasing a dream while teaching the value of resilience.
