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Book Review: The Davenports by Krystal Marquis
Set in 1910s Chicago, this book follows the two Davenport daughters, Olivia and Helen, their friend Ruby, and their maid Amy-Rose. The Davenports are one of the few wealthy Black families at the time, putting them in the crosshairs of societal expectations. In their circles, they enjoy the privileges of their wealth, but outside of…