Firsthand
by A'Dreana Anderson
A cruel slave owner cursed—the slave that cursed him; sold. Will he ever return to a normal life?
Richard, a particularly punishing slave owner, sees black slaves as nothing more than property to do with as he pleases. After buying a few new slaves—including an incredibly beautiful young woman named Nini—his evil ways reach new heights.
In the heat of the moment, two of his other new slaves react to his treachery.
Thinking nothing of their actions, Richard continues about his life. But after a restless night, he wakes up to discover he’s no longer a white plantation owner… but a mute black slave. Worse yet, the woman who cursed him has been sold. As his evils are revisited on him, Richard wonders if he’ll ever return to his old life or if this new hell is permanent.
Release Date
July 2024
Genre
Historical Fantasy
Pages
330
POV
Single 3rd person
Word count
84,600
Format
Standalone
CONTENT NOTE
Before you read this book, please note that certain parts may be unsettling for some readers. Firsthand combines nineteenth-century history with elements of magical realism, including depictions of violence, enslavement, and sexual assault. Please read with care.
Annie Jenkinson, Editor
What a wonderful, delightful and important book... It was a unique story, innovative and warm too.
Chey M, Proofreader
This was a wonderful read. Heartbreaking and horrifying, to be sure, but still something I wanted to keep reading. I wanted to know what would happen next.
Shazia S, Reader
It's a powerful story! Full of good twists and suspense too.