One Book One Bronx: Sweet Undoings by Yanick Lahens

Sweet Undoings by Yanick Lahens (Author), Kaiama L. Glover (Translator)

Saturdays, 12-130p: 8/2, 8/9, 8/16, 8/23, & 8/30

James Baldwin Outdoor Learning Center

100 W Mosholu Parkway S., The Bronx

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On Zoom

Tuesdays, 7-830p: 8/5, 8/12, 8/29, & 8/26

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In Sweet Undoings, Port-au-Prince pulses with contradiction—violence and beauty intertwine. French journalist Francis is captivated by Brune, a lounge singer haunted by her father’s unsolved assassination. Refusing to accept his death, she and her uncle Pierre, a gay exile returned, seek justice. Francis meets others bound to the city’s rhythm: Ézèchiel, a struggling poet; Waner, a pacifist; and Ronny, an American at home in Haiti. Through them, the novel explores a city where survival and grace coexist. With electric energy and tenderness, the story unveils the complex, unyielding spirit of a people living against the odds.

This summer, One Book One Bronx celebrates Haiti’s rich history, resilience, and vibrant culture through literature and community conversations. As the first independent Black republic, Haiti’s legacy is one of strength, creativity, and perseverance. Through free book discussions, we will honor the voices and experiences that have shaped the nation, blending contemporary narratives with personal accounts from our community.

One Book One Bronx facilitates weekly discussions on a diverse range of books, creating a space for restorative conversations. These discussions are intentionally designed to reflect the diversity of the Bronx, fostering community engagement and a renewed enthusiasm for reading.

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