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This historical fiction novel is set in the Roaring Twenties. A story revolving around a Black journalist, an interracial marriage and a dramatic divorce case. Bryce does not hold back with the times when women for fighting for their futures. Love against all odds, parents who do not accept an interracial relationship and the emotions which everyone goes through.
Partly set in New York in 1924. Alice grew up “white” not knowing some of her heritage. When she falls in love with Leonard “Kip” Rhinelander, he is aware of her background. Once Kip’s parent find out they want him to annul the marriage.
When Leonard proposes a divorce, Alice becomes the target and Kip’s prominent background might destroy her. Alice is devastated at how she is being treated. She meets another proud colored woman who works for the news, and finally finds the courage to stick up for herself
A dual timeline where we hear Alice’s’ voice in 1924 and her niece in 19