From the New York Times bestselling author of The Sweetness of Water comes a powerful novel about a brother and sister, newly emancipated from slavery, who set out on a journey to discover the true meaning of freedom.

They must embark on a harrowing trek across the deserts of Mexico, while the past threatens to catch up with them at every turn.

Nathan Harris’ latest novel is being marketed as a Western, but at its heart, Amity is a heartfelt and poignant story about slavery.

Brother and sister Coleman and June were gifted to the Harper family as children and, despite their freedom, remain bound to the family in many ways.

They are separated when June is forced to accompany Mr Harper on his quest north in search of riches, while Coleman continues to work for the Harper women, the hypochondriac Mrs Harper and her spoilt adult daughter, Florence.

When Mr Harper sends for his family, Coleman must join them if he ever hopes to be reunited with his sister. Together, they are thrust into a journey of survival and self-discovery, where they must confront the demons of their past.

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