True Grandeur

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True Grandeur

First edition
Author	Cal R. Barnes
Language	English
Genre	Coming-of-age, literary
Published	September 20, 2017 (US)
Publisher	Magic Hour Press (US)
Publication place	United States
Media type	Hardcover, trade paperback, ebook & audio
Pages	280 (US First Edition)

True Grandeur is a 2017 novel written by American author Cal R. Barnes. The story tells the tale of Conrad Arlington, a young Hollywood hopeful that moves to modern day Los Angeles to fulfill his dream of becoming a great artist. From humble beginnings, Conrad begins making his way into the Hollywood circles and within a few year's time catches the eye of Gracie Garrison, a beautiful, mysterious socialite who is just as alluring as the rumors that surround her.^[1]

Barnes’ first novel explores themes such as coming of age, individuality, social class, true love, and the innate the need for individual importance. Conrad's move to Los Angeles in order to make something of himself could be considered a look into certain aspects of the American Dream.^[2][3]