
Nicole Dennis-Benn
2 SeriesNicole Dennis-Benn is a Jamaican author renowned for her novel "Here Comes the Sun," which was acclaimed as the Best Book of the Year by the New York Times and other publications. Her work delves into Jamaica's controversial issues, aiming to provoke thought and discussion among readers.
In Nicole Dennis-Benn's novel "Patsy," the protagonist leaves her impoverished life in Jamaica to seek a better future in America, inspired by letters from her childhood friend Cicely. Upon arrival, Patsy discovers that reality starkly contrasts with Cicely's descriptions, complicated by Cicely's domineering mother and her young daughter. Determined to forge a new path, Patsy prioritizes her own needs amidst the challenges of her new environment.