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The Davenports
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The Davenports are one of the few Black families of immense wealth and status in 1910 Chicago, and the two daughters, Olivia and Helen, are finding their way and finding love--even where they are not supposed to.
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Bridgerton with an all-Black-cast. A swoon-worthy historical romance for fans of Emily in Paris and To All the Boys I've Loved Before.
A swoon-worthy historical romance for fans of bingeable Netflix smash-hits Bridgerton, Emily in Paris, and To All the Boys I've Loved Before.
This is the story of the Davenport daughters, their maid, and their best friend, as they try to navigate life and love in a rapidly changing country.
The year is 1910. The Davenports are one of the few African-American families of wealth and status in the United States, their fortune made by former slave William Davenport.
Now the family live surrounded by servants, crystal chandeliers, and endless parties. But the world around these young women is changing for better or worse. Can romance blossom in these turbulent times?
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The Davenports by Krystal Marquis is celebrated for its engaging historical narrative set in the early 1900s, following the lives of Black elites post-Reconstruction. Reviewers highlight its lush depiction of love, ambition, and societal challenges faced by young Black women. The novel’s appeal lies in its well-developed characters, evocative setting, and the seamless blend of romance and history, offering a fresh perspective on Black excellence and entrepreneurship during an underexplored period in U.S. history.
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ISBN: 9780241556047
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 February 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Audience: Children, Teenage
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 266g
Pages: 384
About the Author
Krystal Marquis is the New York Times bestselling author of The Davenports, her debut novel, who happily spends most of her time in libraries and used bookstores. She studied biology at Boston College and University of Connecticut and now works as an environmental, health, and safety manager for an online retailer. When not writing or planning trips to the Book Barn to discover her next favorite romance, Krystal enjoys hiking, expanding her shoe collection, and plotting ways to create her own Jurassic Park.
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