Praise for Harlem Rhapsody

 Harlem Rhapsody is a strong contender for the best book I've read all year. Victoria Christopher Murray brings her extraordinary talent to the story of Jessie Redmon Fauset, who is one of the most inspiring women I've ever encountered. This is a tale of love, of literature, of a time when a woman, despite racism and sexism, continued to fight for her place in the world, a place she deserved more than anyone. What a magnificent novel; it belongs on everyone's bookshelves.  

-Natasha Lester, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Orphan

  I thoroughly enjoyed learning about the life of Jessie Redmon Fauset. I was not aware of her or her amazing impact on the Harlem Renaissance. Her wisdom and groundbreaking work led to so many great works of literature including her own. It was also eye opening to get a different perspective of W.E.B. DuBois. Their professional and personal relationship made them both strong advocates for the black community and literary works 

-Wendy

 Hands down, this is one of the best books I have reviewed in the many years I have been a member of Book Browse! Not only is the story, plot line, and characters mesmerizing, but the historical education of the Harlem Renaissance was spellbounding. There is so much we don't know until reading such a well-documented novel as this. I am motivated to read more and cannot wait until Victoria Christopher Murray's next book!   

-Laurie Ferrell