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After escaping slavery as a child, Hester Wyatt becomes a dedicated conductor of Michigan’s Underground Railroad, offering hope to those fleeing bondage. When an injured runaway, Galen Vachon—also called the Black Daniel—arrives in her cellar, Hester’s skills and compassion are put to the test.
Galen, a former member of one of New Orleans’ wealthiest free Black families, has abandoned a privileged life to risk his own safety for the liberation of enslaved people. As he heals, he discovers a raw and steadfast ally in Hester, whose innocence and determination resonate deeply with him. Their relationship deepens amid the constant threat of slave catchers and internal betrayal, forcing each to confront their pasts and the true meaning of freedom.
Together, they navigate the perilous journey toward liberation, while grappling with the cost of their choices and the possibility of love in a world torn by inequality and hope.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Beverly Jenkins
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