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Brown presents an honest and sometimes uncomfortable view into the reality of growing up Black in white spaces. The Black experience in America is complex and Greyboy shines a light on the unique challenges that come with us achieving success.' — Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Entertainment Mogul, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist  'In the pages of Greyboy, a world of access and angst is revealed with alarming honesty and insightfulness. If you have ever struggled with the anxiety of being the only or the isolation of living between two spaces, this book is a must read!' — Queen Latifah, Rapper, Actress, Singer, Producer  'Penetrating and insightful! Greyboy opened my eyes to the world my son was raised in.' — Andre Harrell, Hip-Hop Pioneer, Founder, Uptown Records  'I absolutely felt Cole Brown's words in my gut. His voice is unapologetic, introspective, powerful, and conscious, yet comforting. The way Cole addresses his understanding of 'privilege,' whether white or black, is grounded in transparency and wit. So vivid are the blurred lines of identity. And though he may feel gray, I felt very Black, and at one with Cole on his journey in navigating the world as an African American.' — Misty Copeland, Principal Dancer, American Ballet Theatre  'Greyboy captures the complexity of what it means to live 'between' in vivid detail with uncompromising honesty.' — Anthony Anderson, Actor, Black-ish  'Cole Brown speaks to issues of race and identity with honesty and depth. 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They follow us wherever we go. They impact our relationships with God and others. They influence how we view ourselves and our world. At times they seem to wield unshakeable control. Yet there is good news: God desires to heal your father wounds. He speaks truthfully and powerfully into each of them with the gospel of Jesus Christ, which alone has the power to close these festering wounds and free you from their control. Daddy Issues both diagnoses the wounds caused by absent, abusive and aloof fathers and dresses them with the healing power of God's words. Open the book and allow the Great Physician to do his work. 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