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
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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