Unburnable
Unburnable by Marie-Elena John, published by HarperCollins on April 24, 2007, is a reprint edition comprising 304 pages in English. The narrative follows Lillian Baptiste, who fled Dominica at the age of fourteen after uncovering her connection to her mother, Iris, a woman entwined in local folklore and scandal. After two decades away, Lillian returns to confront her past, aided by Teddy, a man who has long harbored feelings for her.
Readers will find a story that intertwines contemporary life in Washington, D.C., with the rich history of post-World War II Dominica. Unburnable explores themes of identity and healing against a backdrop of West Indian history and African culture. The book presents a complex tapestry of secrets and personal growth, inviting readers to engage with Lillian’s journey as she navigates her family’s legacy and her own path to redemption.
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Haunted by scandal and secrets, Lillian Baptiste fled Dominica when she was fourteen after discovering she was the daughter of Iris, the half-crazy woman whose life was told of in chanté mas songs sung during Carnival—songs about a village on a mountaintop littered with secrets, masquerades that supposedly fly and wreak havoc, and a man who suddenly and mysteriously dropped dead.
After twenty years away, Lillian returns to her native island to face the demons of her past—and with the help of Teddy, a man who has loved her for many years, she may yet find a way to heal.
Set in both contemporary Washington, D.C., and post-World War II Dominica, Unburnable weaves together West Indian history, African culture, and American sensibilities. Richly textured and lushly rendered, Unburnable showcases a welcome and assured new voice.
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