![]() ![]() “Whetstone’s novel explores a fictional crisis that begins in the neighborhood surrounding Philly’s Lazaretto Hospital after the Civil War.” - New York Post ![]() A sophisticated and compelling novel that comes alive through a rich cavalcade of vibrant characters and a suspenseful plot.” - Kirkus Reviews ![]() “Language sings throughout the whole of McKinney-Whetstone’s writing-from the lilt of her characters’ colloquial speech to her poetic, visceral descriptions…. A unique blend of poetic language and graphic depictions of the injustices suffered by African Americans in the post-Civil War period.” - Booklist (starred review) I suggest reading Lazaretto at the dinner table, because it will leave you full as your favorite meal.” - BuzzFeed Books Her new novel Lazaretto is no exception…. “When it comes to creating living and breathing characters, no one can touch Diane McKinney-Whetstone. The author shows that good writing is like a fine bottle of wine–it just gets better with time.” - Essence “As in any Diane McKinney–Whetstone novel, there is love in all of its many facets and dimensions. I couldn’t be happier that McKinney-Whetstone has returned to show us all how it’s done.” - Washington Post McKinney-Whetstone’s trademark poetic prose is still as sharp as it has always been…without sacrificing plot and pacing…. “A perfect book for the end of the Obama era. Book to African-American Studies professorsĪfrican-American Studies catalog Critical Praise ![]()
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