The Life and Times of Persimmon Wilson

In "Persimmons," freedman Persimmon "Persy" Wilson finds himself imprisoned on the eve of his hanging on April 1, 1875, facing accusations of a crime he did not commit. As he reflects on his tumultuous past, including his deep love for Chloe and their desperate plans to escape a cruel master, Persy's journey becomes a quest for identity and freedom. Captured by the Comanche, he must prove his strength and resilience, navigating a landscape filled with warfare, heartbreak, and unexpected alliances that ultimately shape his understanding of what it means to be truly free.