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Summertime – Vanessa Lafaye
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“Summertime” is a historical novel written by Vanessa Lafaye, published in 2015. The novel is set in the 1930s and is based on real historical events, particularly the 1935 Labor Day hurricane that struck the Florida Keys.
The story of “Summertime” unfolds against the backdrop of the racial tensions and social dynamics of the era. It centers on a mixed-race love story between a local woman named Alicia and a World War I veteran, Henry. The novel explores the challenges they face due to societal prejudices and discrimination.
The 1935 hurricane serves as a pivotal event in the novel, and the aftermath of this devastating natural disaster becomes a focal point of the story. The hurricane exposes the divisions in the community and forces the characters to confront their differences and prejudices.
Vanessa Lafaye’s “Summertime” is known for its evocative historical setting and its exploration of the complexities of race, class, and love during a turbulent period in American history. The novel received critical acclaim for its portrayal of characters and its vivid depiction of the hurricane’s impact on the Florida Keys.
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