First published 2020
Haunted by his past, Frederick Douglass sets sail from America to the island of Santo Domingo. As his ship navigates treacherous waters, Douglass must confront the ghosts of his enslavement and forge a new path to freedom. Weaving vivid historical detail with psychological depth, this sweeping adventure explores the universal struggle for self-determination in the face of oppression.
Genres: historical-fiction, african-american, adventure, 19th-century, african-american-historical-fiction
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Santo Domingo
Period: 19th-century
27 pages · Paperback
Content warnings: slavery, violence