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Random family

Book • 2003
In *Random Family*, Adrian Nicole LeBlanc delves into the intricate lives of a Bronx family, revealing the personal narratives behind sensationalized tales of gangsters and street culture.

The book follows the tumultuous romances of Jessica and Coco, two young Latina women navigating love, drugs, and coming of age amidst poverty and violence.

LeBlanc's work offers a haunting and authentic portrait of a community grappling with harsh realities.

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