Indigo
By Beverly Jenkins
- Release Date: 2000-08-22
- Genre: Historical Romance
Description
As a child Hester Wyatt escaped slavery, but now the dark skinned beauty is a dedicated member of Michigan's Underground railroad, offering other runaways a chance at the freedom she has learned to love. When one of her fellow conductors brings her an injured man to hide, Hester doesn't hesitate…even after she is told about the price on his head.The man in question is the great conductor known as the "Black Daniel" a vital member of the North's Underground railroad network. But Hester finds him so rude and arrogant, she begins to question her vow to hide him.When the injured and beaten Galen Vachon, aka, the Black Daniel awakens in Hester's cellar, he is unprepared for the feisty young conductor providing his care. As a member of one of the wealthiest free Black families in New Orleans, Galen has turned his back on the lavish living he is accustomed to in order to provide freedom to those enslaved in the South.However, as he heals he cannot turn his back on Hester Wyatt. Her innocence fills him like a breath of fresh air and he is determined to make this gorgeous and intelligent woman his own…Yet…there are traitors to be discovered, slave catchers to be evaded and Hester's heart to be won before she and Galen can find the freedom that only true love can bring.
Reviews
Indigo
5By Romance is everything!Hello Ms. Jenkins, Thank you for using your awesome literary skills, in the genre of historical romance, to open my heart, mind and soul to amazing journeys of black love. Indigo allowed me to understand that even in the most horrific history of slavery, there is hope that great love actually existed. In reading this story, I also gained immense knowledge of pivotal historical facts (people, place, events and dates) that impacted the race. Thank you for reinforcing the importance of reading. You are a phenomenal human being,teacher and author. 10/23/2022Indigo
5By Delta099Mrs. Jenkins I loved Indigo. It made me sad and then made me happy. Thank you for the history of that era. Thanks for the Characters of The Black Daniel and The ever loving Hester. Loved loved loved this novel. I have read your Blessings series and truly enjoyed the reads. Sincerely, Char-LynnBeverly Jenkins Great book
5By Pro tect edI loved this book, it was full of history, adventure, and romance. I wanted to know if they had a girl or boy? This book should be made into a movie.Action Packed!
5By emw2011Great historical depiction of love in the midst of hate!!!!Another great Read
5By yellowrose2278Awesome!Indigo
4By Nsean RichardsI thoroughly enjoyed this book. I loved the characters both Indigo and Galeno and I really liked the story line. It was sweet and romantic in all of the right ways. There was also so much knowledgeable information in this book. I learned a lot that I never knew and most of the time it was woven into the storyline in a way that felt organic. I further enjoyed the fact that this story was a historical romance novel about people of color, specifically Black people, something I have rarely come across. I have only two minor complaints. The first being, that although I enjoyed learning the historical facts there were certain parts of the storyline towards the end that made it feel like less of a novel and more of a history book. I think the author was just trying to conclude smoothly but it almost had the opposite effect. Lastly, there were pivotal parts of the storyline that seemed to be glossed over. (Spoiler Alert) For instance, when Indigo shares her pregnancy with Galeno there is no dialogue.. it is briefly mentioned and then there is nothing else said. There are more than a few examples of this in the story. Overall, I thought it was a beautiful story of love, protection, and civic duty.Good Light Read
4By MzMoore777The story is entertaining and fun. Ms. Jenkins is determined to educate her readers, and it can get a little tedious, but overall her books are ALWAYS a good time. Her characters are well developed and her ability to create and maintain consistency in the worlds her characters live in is the mark of an excellent storyteller. I have yet to read a book by her I didn’t adore and chuckle through.AMAZING !!!!
5By 5'2; Fine TooThis book is everything and then some! It’s now my new favorite book and I absolutely LOVE everything about it!!! This is how books should be written and covers all that a reader could ever ask for from an author. Classy, beautifully written, relatable, and the history in here is priceless! I can go on forever with adjectives to describe how wonderful this story is, because one word just isn’t enough! Can’t wait to read more of Ms. Beverly Jenkins’ work!So in love
3By KaylaDec26I've lost count how many times I've read this book. Each time it's like reading it for the first time all over again. So in love. Wish they would make it into a movie
