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Winner of the 2011 James Tiptree Jr. Award, Redwood and Wildfire is a novel set in the early 20th century. Set in the segregated South, the story follows Redwood, an African American woman, and Aidan, a Seminole Irish man, as they journey from Georgia to Chicago. During their journey, they encounter the power of hoodoo and the allure of silent film culture. Their journey is a tale of struggle and triumph, as they navigate the racial tensions of the time and the expectations of their communities.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Fantasy/Historical Fantasy
Authors: Andrea Hairston
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