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1. Describe the genre of The Final Revival of Opal & Nev. What makes this genre unique?

This novel is a work of contemporary fiction but it is presented as though it were nonfiction. It might be called a "faux-documentary" or a "faux-nonfiction." The genre is unique in that the main characters and story are fictional, but the author incorporates and blends nonfictional elements and performers into the story.

2. What is Sunny's standing in her profession at the beginning of the novel?

Sunny is a high-profile music journalist who has worked in the industry for over 20 years. She has recently been promoted to the editor-in-chief position at Aural magazine, a fictional publication akin to Rolling Stone. As such, she is the first woman of color to hold such a high position in the music journalism industry.

3. What was Sunny's family like growing up? When was she born?

Sunny was born in 1971 to a widowed mother. Her father Jimmy Curtis was killed just before Sunny's birth. Her mother did not remarry and Sunny had no siblings growing up. Her mother did not share much information with Sunny about her father.

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