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Krystal Marquis
Historical Fiction
Black Family Dynamics
Romantic Conflict
Women'S Empowerment
Self-Discovery Journey
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Binding
Paperback
Number of Pages
384
Age Group
12 - 17 years
Language
English
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Book Summary
Step into The Davenports, a sweeping historical fiction and family saga that follows Olivia Davenport, the elegant eldest daughter, as she navigates duty—and a startling, undeniable connection with a charismatic civil rights leader. Set against the backdrop of one of the few Black families of wealth and prominence in a transforming United States, this debut novel blends romance, ambition, and the bonds of sisterhood. Written for adult readers who crave lush period drama, intricate relationships, and stories of resilience, The Davenports invites you to wonder what might happen when love collides with history.
The narrative unfolds through Olivia and her sisters—Helen and Amy-Rose—alongside friends like Ruby and John, weaving romance with ambition, family loyalty, and a sense of possibility across a changing era. The book is written as an ensemble, with interwoven strands that explore different paths to fulfillment while navigating expectations and power. Inspired by the Patterson family, The Davenports offers a vivid portrait of a society in flux, where wealth and status meet desire and duty. The prose is lush, accessible, and cinematic, bringing grand salons, bustling workshops, and intimate conversations to life with equal care. The pacing balances sweeping historical scope with personal moments of self-discovery and courage.
After finishing The Davenports, readers are carried away by four women who chart their own destinies, strengthened by family and community, and left with a sense of hope, courage, and a renewed belief in the power of love and resilience.
Product Details
Author
Krystal Marquis
Publisher
Penguin
Number of Pages
384
Language
English
SKU
BK0473676
ISBN
9780241556047
Reading Age
12 - 17 years
Dimensions
12.9 x 2.3 x 19.8 cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 499
₹ 424
15% Off