Harlem Sunset
Harlem Sunset by Nekesa Afia, published by Penguin on June 28, 2022, is a historical fiction novel set in the vibrant backdrop of the Harlem Renaissance. This 304-page book follows Louise Lloyd, a young Black woman who manages a popular speakeasy called the Dove. When a murder occurs that closely impacts her life, Louise finds herself embroiled in a mystery that challenges her loyalty and determination.
Readers will encounter a gripping narrative as Louise navigates the complexities of friendship, love, and danger in 1927 Harlem. The story unfolds with the sudden death of Nora Davies, a woman from Louise’s past, and the ensuing chaos that threatens her girlfriend, Rosa Maria. As Louise works to uncover the truth behind the events of that fateful night, themes of loyalty and justice emerge against the rich cultural backdrop of the era. This edition offers a compelling exploration of mystery and the resilience of women in the face of adversity.
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Named a 2022 People Magazine best book of the summer!
A riveting Harlem Renaissance Mystery featuring Louise Lloyd, a young Black woman working in a hot new speakeasy when she gets caught up in a murder that hits too close to home…
Harlem, 1927. Twenty-seven-year-old Louise Lloyd has found the perfect job! She is the new manager of the Dove, a club owned by her close friend Rafael Moreno. There Louise meets Nora Davies, one of the girls she was kidnapped with a decade ago. The two women—along with Rafael and his sister, Louise’s girlfriend, Rosa Maria—spend the night at the Dove, drinking and talking. The next morning, Rosa Maria wakes up covered in blood, with no memory of the previous night. Nora is lying dead in the middle of the dance floor.
Louise knows Rosa Maria couldn’t have killed Nora, but the police have a hard time believing that no one can remember anything at all about what happened. When Louise and Rosa Maria return to their apartment after being questioned by the police, they find the word GUILTY written across the living room wall in paint that looks a lot like blood. Someone has gone to great lengths to frame and terrify Rosa Maria, and Louise will stop at nothing to clear the woman she loves.
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