When a writer stumbles upon his old stack of 45s, a wave of nostalgia and homesickness sweeps him back to the first night of summer 1964 -- the night that set his life's course. Determined to prove themselves as real hoods, he and his two best friends embark on a wild ride across Kansas City to witness the legendary Duke of Erle in a high-stakes drag race, where reputations are made and broken.

But as the night unfolds, tensions ignite with jocks, thugs, and local rivals. Each chaotic, hilarious encounter escalates, leading to a final confrontation with a wannabe mobster -- forcing the trio into a test of loyalty and an even greater realization. Beneath the adrenaline and wisecracks lurks the terrifying question every kid must face: Who do I want to become?

Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing era, this pulse-pounding, uproarious coming-of-age odyssey cruises through reckless summer nights, unbreakable friendships, and the music that shaped a generation.

Dynamic Content

Restored archival imagery - pulled from county repositories, school yearbooks, and private family collections to create a grounded visual timeline.

Real locations - referenced and rendered with care, evoking small-town nostalgia and a strong sense of place.

Immersive yearbook-style design - mimicking the feel and tone of a 1960s graduating class annual -- complete with faux autographs, insider notes, and candid snapshots.

Innovative layout techniques - blending traditional typesetting with handwritten marginalia, polaroid overlays, and textured backgrounds for a tactile, memory-soaked experience.

Curated music - handpicked tracks from or inspired by the era -- let readers build a mood while flipping through each chapter

Historically rooted storytelling - enriched by actual events, cultural touchpoints, and small-town happenings that echo national movements from the period.

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• Literature & FictionGenre FictionComing of Age

• Publication Date: June 28, 2025
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• Print Length: 200 Pages
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