Black British History in fiction Lisa Smith in conversation with Mel Pennant
Jamaica Road tells the story of Daphne Johnson and Cornelius Small as they grow from childhood into adulthood in 1980s and early 1990s South London. Over the course of a decade, they experience the ups and downs of friendship, love, and adversity, set within the wider context of Black British history.

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Jamaica Road follows the lives of Daphne Johnson and Cornelius Small from childhood through to young adulthood. Set in South London during the 1980s and early 1990s, the story traces their experiences of growing up, their changing relationship, and the challenges they face together. The novel reflects themes of Black British history, community, and resilience during this period.
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Camberwell Library
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United Kingdom