Yellow Mill River

Yellow Mill River by Carl Elliott is a large print edition published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on October 22, 2012. This 734-page novel presents a 40-year saga centered on the rise and fall of an African-American crime family led by Maurice “Mo” Lomax. The story begins with Mo’s forced relocation from Alabama to the Yellow Mill Village Projects in Bridgeport, Connecticut, where he forms a pivotal friendship with a young bootlegger named Guy Lee. Their journey into the criminal underworld unfolds as they become involved with the Italian Mafia, leading Mo to establish his own crew.

Readers will find a narrative that explores the complexities of crime, family, and the impact of drugs and violence on communities. As Mo and Guy navigate their lives, they not only recruit friends but also family members into their burgeoning drug business, reflecting the intertwining of personal and criminal lives. The novel delves into themes relevant to urban and street literature, offering a fictional account that highlights the consequences faced by many American families.