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Book SynopsisWelcome to Broadwater Farm, one of the most well-known housing estates in Britain. A place where post-war dreams of concrete utopia ended in riots, violence and sub-standard housing. In this collection, Tottenham-born Jac Shreeves-Lee gives voice to the people of Broadwater Farm. With evocative language and raw storytelling, she compassionately portrays their shared sense of community. A community with a rich cultural heritage, comprising over forty nationalities, generations old.
Trade Review'The truth and humour in this intensely fine and lyrical short story collection shines a light that is ultimately uplifting' —Martina Evans, poet and novelist; 'A voyage both unforgettable and searing' —Onjali Q. Rauf, activist and author of 'The Boy at the Back of the Class'; 'The beauty is in the complex reality of every day, summed up in skillfully written prose' —Dawn Ferdinand, Headteacher at The Willow Primary School and Broadwaters' Children's Centre; 'Moving and sharp' —Julia Bell, writer, academic, Course Director MA Creative Writing, Birkbeck; 'Shreeves-Lee recognises the power of truthful storytelling. Not only does she unearth Broadwater Farm’s complex past with incredible literary range, she leaves us feeling hopeful that the community are in control of their future' —David Lammy, MP for Tottenham
