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“Jim Crow don’t live in New York!” That’s what did it, the magic words Cheryl Wilson’s best friend, Bettie, said to convince her to leave her family and a good teaching job behind. Determined to snag secretarial jobs at a new publishing company and open the door to a world of opportunities closed to them back home, the two young women board a train bound for the Big Apple. They soon discover, however, that career prospects for most Negroes were as limited in 1951 New York as in the segregated south. Then things take a turn when Cheryl is offered a position with real advancement potential—but only if she can keep the truth about her background a secret. As she learns to manage the constant anxiety and complications of living a lie, things get even more challenging when she falls for a passionate young editor with a hair-trigger temper. Will she succeed at living a double life? Or will she lose everything in the process?
263 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 14, 2022
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May 27, 2023
This was a fantastic story. Historical details? Fascinating and factual. Romance and intrigue? Hot! Believable and likeable characters? Yes! Terrific Writing? Yes! I flew through this book. It’s perfectly weighted - a rich vacation read.
September 3, 2022
I couldn't wait to relax and read this beautiful and historic fiction during my summer break, and it didn't disappoint. I enjoyed the easy flow of the storyline. The author created a real love for the main characters while taking the time to develop them. In addition, she keeps accurate and historical elements in order. It's a real page-turner for the search to uncover the secrets. I look forward to a possible sequel and/ or the author's next novel.
June 16, 2022
A Beautifully Written Artful Novel
I received an ARC to review this book, but loved it so much I purchased two more copies for friends. This novel was such a joy to read. Historic fiction can often be challenging to read, but the author mastered the realness of life in the sweet and nostalgic storylines for the characters while presenting accurate historical elements. The writing is also so easy to read but elegant at the same time. Can’t wait for more from this author.
I received an ARC to review this book, but loved it so much I purchased two more copies for friends. This novel was such a joy to read. Historic fiction can often be challenging to read, but the author mastered the realness of life in the sweet and nostalgic storylines for the characters while presenting accurate historical elements. The writing is also so easy to read but elegant at the same time. Can’t wait for more from this author.
July 7, 2023
I could not put this book down! I raced to the end which was unexpected and surprising and very thought provoking. Now I will re-read it to enjoy the rich details, likeable characters who navigate the unfriendly liminal time between Jim Crow and the Civil Rights era with dignity and grace.
May 15, 2023
Well Crafted Story
The story was entertaining with just enough twists and turns to keep me turning the pages. The ensemble of characters was very believable .
The story was entertaining with just enough twists and turns to keep me turning the pages. The ensemble of characters was very believable .
April 7, 2024
Janice B in Maryland
This was such a surprise ending I can’t wait until the next book comes out for me to enjoy that one as well!
This was such a surprise ending I can’t wait until the next book comes out for me to enjoy that one as well!
October 20, 2023
I loved this book. It opened my eyes to a time period and experience I knew nothing about. It was so well written, and I didn’t want the book to end.
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