A Free Man Of Color by Barbara Hambly

A Benjamin January Novel

Set in the vibrant and tumultuous world of 1830s New Orleans, this historical mystery follows Benjamin January, a free man of color, who navigates the complex social hierarchies and racial tensions of the time. When a beautiful and notorious octoroon is found murdered during Mardi Gras, January, a skilled musician and surgeon, is drawn into a dangerous investigation. As he delves deeper into the city's underbelly, he must confront the prejudices and injustices of a society that views him as both an insider and an outsider, while risking his own freedom and life to uncover the truth.

Published
1997
Nationality
American
Length
Medium
Pages
300-350
Original Language
English
Avg User Rating
(3.0)
Alternate Titles
None

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