Benjamin, My Son

Set against the backdrop of Jamaica, this literary thriller follows Jason Lumley, who returns home after his stepfather's murder. Accompanied by his girlfriend Nicole and a Rastafarian mentor, he navigates the dangerous garrison ghetto of Standpipe. Along the way, Lumley confronts his past and grapples with themes of sexism, homophobia, and corruption that challenge the ideals of nationalism. The narrative draws parallels to Dante's "Inferno," enriching the journey with profound social commentary.