The Boy Across Town - Price, Bj
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Upscale Teen's Life Upended by Love Triangle, Family Honor, and Unexpected Parenthood in a Tale of Duty and Resilience. The Boy Across Town is a captivating tale of unexpected encounters and life-altering events. Meet Reginald "Doc" Alexander, a privileged youth from a family of accomplished Black physicians, and LaKeisha "Keisha" Franklin, a smart, alluring girl whose background starkly contrasts with Doc's. Their worlds collide on the first day of high school, setting off a series of events that disrupt Doc's tranquil life and future. Keisha is a popular figure in her neighborhood-but she's…mehr

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Upscale Teen's Life Upended by Love Triangle, Family Honor, and Unexpected Parenthood in a Tale of Duty and Resilience. The Boy Across Town is a captivating tale of unexpected encounters and life-altering events. Meet Reginald "Doc" Alexander, a privileged youth from a family of accomplished Black physicians, and LaKeisha "Keisha" Franklin, a smart, alluring girl whose background starkly contrasts with Doc's. Their worlds collide on the first day of high school, setting off a series of events that disrupt Doc's tranquil life and future. Keisha is a popular figure in her neighborhood-but she's thrust into unfamiliar surroundings when she unexpectedly transfers to Crest Lake High School. Amid the chaos is Doc, a calming, steadfast presence. She immediately tries to win his heart-which leads to a garage party on the other side of town. Doc, a sexually naive teenager, shares a moment of intimate bliss with Keisha-but their happy ending lies far in the distance from that night. When Keisha's family attempts to blackmail the Alexanders, Doc's mother steps in to defend her son and preserve the family's reputation. However, secrets come to light that place Doc, Keisha, and their families in an uncomfortably close situation; one that will dictate and guide the rest of their lives. Doc's father, fulfilling his role as domineering patriarch of a powerful family, attempts damage control on the family's ruined, well-laid plans. However, his commands corner the young couple between a rock and a hard place, forcing them to face challenges as both individuals and partners. The Boy Across Town is a compelling narrative of honor, duty, and resilience amidst life's unpredictable trials. It offers a profound exploration of the complexities of teenage love, unexpected parenthood, and the enduring strength of family bonds.
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Autorenporträt
BJ Price is a retired school administrator, entrepreneur, and the mother of two daughters. As an educator, BJ Price has always believed in the potential of every individual. She has worked with students who have chosen to pursue higher education and those who have chosen to operate on the fringe of society. Her belief is unwavering: everyone has something to contribute to the planet due to the greatness that resides within them. This belief is a cornerstone of her work and her first novel. She resides in Los Angeles.