What Passes as Love: A Novel

In this novel, a young woman born into slavery reinvents herself as a white woman to marry an Englishman, but she is soon held captive in a different way as the dutiful wife of a young man who has set his sights on a political future. When her best friend arrives on the estate in shackles, she risks everything to save his life.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 01 September 2021
Publisher: Amazon Publishing

In the depths of the nineteenth-century South, a young woman embarks on a harrowing journey of sacrifice and freedom. 1850. Six years old, Dahlia's life was forever altered when Lewis Holt arrived to take her away, her birth into slavery shrouding her in mystery and loneliness. Trapped in a world of black and white, she was separated from her beloved best friend, Bo. Years later, Dahlia meets Timothy Ross, an Englishman seeking a wife. Under the guise of Lily Dove, she conceals her true identity, promising him a life free from her past. Yet, she knows the dangers of her deceit and the fleeting nature of her newfound freedom.

As Dahlia settles into the opulence of the Ross mansion, she finds herself trapped in a different kind of captivity. Married to a young man with political ambitions, she becomes a pawn in his schemes. But when Bo, her former friend, is brought to the estate in shackles, Dahlia's resolve strengthens. She risks everything to save his life, aware that the consequences of her actions could be catastrophic. With suspicions of her true identity growing and a bounty hunter hot on her trail, Dahlia must act swiftly or face a devastating price.

This novel delves into the complexities of race, identity, and the human cost of freedom. It explores the depths of sacrifice and the unwavering determination to overcome adversity. Through Dahlia's journey, readers are reminded of the enduring power of love, friendship, and the pursuit of a better life.

Weight: 334g
Dimension: 142 x 208 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781542030601