Born in Jamaica to parents of Chinese-African heritage, author Kerry Young’s novels ‘Gloria’ and ‘Pao’ both explore the turbulent political changes and personal stories of those living in Jamaica during and after the Second World War.
Shortlisted for the Costa First Novel Award (2011), East Midlands Book Award (2012, 2013) and the Commonwealth Book Prize (2012), this is a unique opportunity to hear Kerry read from and discuss her latest novel and the impetus for her work. Free, book in advance.
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