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After the 1853 yellow fever crisis, Cecile, a young African American orphan in New Orleans, joins forces with her friend Marie‑Grace to aid the city’s recovery. Together they find ways to support those affected by the epidemic, reflecting themes of friendship, community resilience, and the challenges faced by free African Americans and French American communities during a pivotal moment in United States history.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Denise Lewis Patrick
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