Four Novellas

"Be Not Afraid" weaves together the stories of individuals navigating the complexities of love, freedom, and identity across different historical moments. Set in 1776 Brooklyn, Elijah Sutton grapples with his desires for freedom while encountering Kate, who yearns to escape her past. Meanwhile, in 1917 Harlem, a cabaret owner and a chef discover unexpected love while advocating for social change, and in 1961, a reserved woman and a boxer unite in their shared fight for civil rights, realizing their lives are intertwined. Each narrative explores the struggle against oppression and the pursuit of personal dreams against a backdrop of significant historical events.