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Kaleigh McKenna
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781976117473
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: Sep 15 2017
Pages: 366
Weight: 1.08
Height: 0.76 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
She was born to perform, raised to shine, and tested by war.
Under the guidance of her vibrant, ex-showgirl grandmother, child prodigy Kaleigh McKenna is groomed for stardom. She sings, she dances, and she plays a half-dozen instruments-a true force of nature. When Gramma takes her to Hollywood, doors fly open. Backed by golden-era connections, Kaleigh lands a coveted contract at Warner Brothers, stepping onto sets alongside icons like Bette Davis, Errol Flynn, and Olivia de Havilland.
She is on the brink of capturing the world's heart. Then comes December 7, 1941.
Driven by duty and passion, Kaleigh leaves the safety of the studio system to join the United Service Organization (USO). But stepping away from sunny California means stepping directly into harm's way. Tracing dangerous frontlines from the scorched deserts of North Africa to the unpredictable islands of the South Pacific, she performs for American soldiers amidst relentless bombings, chaos, and raw heartbreak.
Along the journey, Kaleigh gives her heart not only to the troops, but to the mysterious, enigmatic manager behind the camp shows.
When Kaleigh left Hollywood, her only goal was to capture the affection of young soldiers. She never imagined she would end up holding their lives in her hands.
Why Readers Love Kaleigh McKenna:- Golden Age Hollywood Glamour: Rich with nostalgic studio-era atmosphere and iconic star cameos.
- High-Stakes WWII Drama: A vivid, immersive look at brave USO performers on the frontlines.
- An Unforgettable Heroine: A captivating mix of talent, grit, passion, and emotional depth.
Perfect for fans of historical fiction, classic Hollywood stories, and sweeping wartime romance.
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