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Name: Belle and the Beau
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)
Author: Beverly Jenkins

In the years leading up to the American Civil War, Belle Palmer, a young African American woman, escapes the bonds of slavery in the South. Seeking liberty in the North, she endures the perils of a fugitive life while confronting the harsh realities of a divided nation. Along the way, Belle meets Daniel Best, and their growing affection offers both hope and a tender exploration of love amid struggle.

First publish date: 2002

Genre: Romance/Historical Romance

Authors: Beverly Jenkins

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