At First Light by Vanessa Lafaye

A Novel of the Keys

Set against the backdrop of 1919 Key West, this historical novel weaves a tale of love, racial tension, and redemption. The narrative follows the intertwined lives of Alicia Cortez, a Cuban immigrant, and John Morales, a WWI veteran, as they navigate the complexities of their forbidden relationship amidst societal prejudice and personal demons. As a hurricane looms, threatening to upend their world, they must confront their pasts and the harsh realities of their present, ultimately finding strength in their shared resilience and hope for a brighter future.

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