Red Light, Black Silk: Babydolls from the District
Step into the shadows of 1912 New Orleans, where temptation has a price, and survival is a luxury written in silk.
In the heart of Storyville-the nation's only legalized red-light district-the air is thick with the sounds of ragtime piano, the scent of expensive perfume, and the quiet desperation of women playing a deadly game. Among them are the Babydolls: striking, fierce, and draped in finery, they are the undisputed queens of the district's rain-slicked cobblestone streets.
But behind the lace parasols, lavish feathered hats, and glittering Mardi Gras beads lies a cutthroat world controlled by powerful men, hidden vices, and dangerous secrets.
When the neon glow of the crimson parlors exposes a web of corruption that threatens to destroy everything they've fought to build, the women of the district must unite. From the opulent, velvet-draped brothels to the dark alleys of the French Quarter, Red Light, Black Silk weaves an intoxicating tale of passion, betrayal, and unyielding resilience.
Why Readers Will Love This Historical Novel:
- Rich Historical Detail: Immerse yourself in the meticulously crafted, atmospheric world of 1912 Storyville, New Orleans.
- Compelling Characters: Follow fiercely independent women fighting for autonomy in a society designed to keep them hidden in the shadows.
- Intrigue & Glamour: A perfect blend of historical drama, dark secrets, and the vibrant, dangerous pulse of early 20th-century Louisiana.
Praise for Keturah RA Wills: "A breathtaking, atmospheric journey into a forgotten corner of history. Wills brings the grit and glamour of old New Orleans to life with undeniable power."
Grab your copy today and lose yourself in the district.