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Desiree's Daughter

Journey into the mysterious streets of New Orleans where secrets whisper through the fog. Jimmie Martinez's next captivating novel explores the haunting legacy of a mother's choices and a daughter's quest for truth in the shadowy heart of Louisiana.

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Desiree's Daughter

In the sultry shadows of Antebellum New Orleans, Desiree's Daughter unravels the haunting legacy of a family caught between secrets, seduction, and survival.

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Desiree's Daughter

Desiree's Daughter

In the sultry shadows of Antebellum New Orleans, Desiree's Daughter unravels the haunting legacy of a family caught between secrets, seduction, and survival.

NOLA's Black Dove

NOLA's Black Dove

Inspired by real events, this novel challenges segregation's absurdity through a multiracial child's custody case.

Cajun Crow

Cajun Crow and the Mockingbird

A vivid portrayal of Cajun culture where those fascinated by New Orleans will find much to relish.

Summer of Haint Blue

Summer of Haint Blue

A compelling and engrossing coming-of-age novel set in the politically charged climate of the 1960s. The story follows a poor Cajun boy's attempts to understand and deal with the evils of racism while growing up on a small farm in Louisiana.

Critical Acclaim

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"Martinez's legal drama... has an imperfect protagonist in Crow, whose Cajun roots and legal career make the story a lively love letter to the local culture"
- Kirkus Review
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"Perfect for fans of sociopolitical fiction like To Kill a Mockingbird and Where the Crawdads Sing. Absolutely worth a read!"
- Reedsy
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"Jimmie's novels capture the essence of life in the 50s and 60s in Cajun, Louisiana"
- Governor Edwin Edwards

About the Author

Jimmie Martinez

Jimmie Martinez

Jimmie Martinez is a New Orleans native whose storytelling reflects the city's rich cultural fabric. With a background in Southern history, Martinez creates narratives that are authentic and emotionally powerful. His eighty years living in New Orleans and Louisiana have given him deep insight into its people and traditions.

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