Set in 1952 London, "White City" explores a city grappling with the aftermath of war, where crime and poverty intertwine. The story begins with a daring heist, the largest in British history, leaving the city in turmoil. Two families are deeply affected when their fathers go missing on the day of the robbery. Addie Rowe, a young girl from Brixton, struggles to care for her sister amidst the chaos of her family's disappearance. Meanwhile, Claire Martin, living in Notting Dale, battles to keep her son Ray away from the city's dangerous influences. Her life becomes entangled with notorious figures like Dave Lander, a feared gang enforcer, and Teddy 'Mother' Nunn, a ruthless criminal leader. As the years pass, these characters' lives intersect in unexpected ways, culminating in 1958 when tensions rise in Notting Hill. The West Indian community faces violent threats, and the characters must confront their pasts and seek new futures in a city on the brink of change. "White City" weaves a tale of survival, resilience, and the pursuit of dreams amidst the shadows of London's underworld.

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