The Viaduct
The Viaduct by Grace F. Edwards, published by Doubleday on December 30, 2003, is a first edition novel comprising 272 pages. This work presents a gripping narrative centered on the intertwined lives of two men, Marin Taylor, a Vietnam veteran, and Conroy, the brother of a man Marin inadvertently kills during a violent encounter on a Harlem viaduct. As Marin grapples with the aftermath of the attack and the haunting memories of his past, he faces an even greater challenge when his newborn child is kidnapped, forcing him into a desperate race against time.
In this novel, readers will find a vivid portrayal of Harlem in the 1970s, complete with its political landscape, local establishments, and cultural nuances. Edwards skillfully weaves elements of suspense and historical fiction, immersing readers in the emotional turmoil of her characters as they navigate their struggles against a backdrop of violence and revenge. The narrative not only explores themes of despair and resilience but also offers a detailed glimpse into the complexities of life in Harlem, making it a multifaceted reading experience.
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“Everything started on that viaduct and that’s where everything ends.”
Violence. Death. Despair. Suspense writer Grace F. Edwards presents a heart-stopping twister that follows the interconnecting lives of two shattered men. Marin Taylor, a Vietnam vet, is accosted one night on a Harlem viaduct. In the struggle, Marin throws one man to his death; the other flees after stabbing Marin and stealing his wallet. The two attackers were brothers, and Conroy, the brother who survived, vows to avenge his brother’s death. Marin survives the attack, but his injuries and the terror he experienced awaken graphic memories of an incident he was involved in four years earlier in Vietnam. He is still recuperating when his newborn child is kidnapped from the hospital. Struggling with his own emotional turmoil and wife’s devastating reaction to the kidnapping, Marin must race against time to stop a deranged stalker from carrying out an act of deadly revenge.
As Marin searches for his missing child, Edwards brilliantly brings to life Harlem in the 1970s: the political figures, the local restaurants, night clubs, and dance halls, and the famous “3 B’s of Harlem”—beauty parlors, barbershops, and bars. In her expert hands, readers are treated not only to gripping suspense, but also to a richly detailed glimpse of Harlem’s lively and complex history.
Edwards takes us on a gripping journey through dire streets and lost dreams. Readers will meet compelling characters who grapple with past demons and the uncertain present of shadowy Harlem nights.
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