Quadroon is a historical novel set in the antebellum South. It tells the story of a young woman named Celeste, who is born into slavery on a Louisiana plantation. Celeste is the daughter of a white plantation owner and a quadroon slave, and she is raised in a world of privilege and luxury. As Celeste grows up, she is exposed to the harsh realities of slavery and the racism of the time. She is also exposed to the beauty of the South and the culture of the Creole people. Celeste is determined to find a way to escape her fate and gain her freedom. The novel follows Celeste as she navigates the complexities of her life and the choices she must make. Along the way, she meets a variety of characters, including a young white man who falls in love with her, a powerful voodoo priestess, and a mysterious runaway slave. Quadroon is a powerful and moving story of love, loss, and the struggle for freedom. It is a story of courage and resilience in the face of adversity, and a reminder of the strength of the human spirit.
By Charles L. Fontenay · First published 1957 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama