A Panther's Father

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Set against the backdrop of the volatile early 1970s, the story follows the Roosevelt family, particularly focusing on "Granny Z," a 105-year-old storyteller. After enduring a jungle ambush during the Vietnam War, Richard and Buster navigate rehabilitation and earn UCLA degrees, eventually becoming LAPD supervisors. Their careers face challenges due to escalating racial tensions and targeted violence from foreign assailants in Los Angeles. Themes of hope, resilience, and human connection intertwine as the characters confront their past and present struggles.