Happy Land

"New York Times bestselling author Dolen Perkins-Valdez has written a beautifully crafted novel about hope, loss, tragedy, pride and family. Happy Land, inspired by actual events, explores the post-Reconstruction Black community that purchased land on the border of North and South Carolina and governed it, naming a king and queen. The story, told in a dual timeline, also examines legacy and estranged familial relationships while offering a compassionate look at how decisions made 150 years ago impact a modern family and help rebuild the bonds that connect generations. The novel is both an informative read and a loving tribute to Black families and the ties that link the past to the present."