*This website is supported by our users. We sometimes earn a small commission when you click through affiliate links. Please read more in our disclaimer. Recommended by Stephen Dilley @stephenjdilley Author: Alex Wheatle Form: Historical Novel Length: 320 pages Brief synopsis: Kemosha is born into slavery in 17th Century Jamaica but takes the opportunity to escape …
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