Fire Bell in the Night

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Set against the backdrop of Charleston in 1850, the novel delves into the intense racial and regional conflicts of the era. John Sharp, a reporter for the New York Tribune, is dispatched to cover the trial of Darcy Calhoun, a farmer accused of aiding a runaway slave. Through Sharp's eyes, the story unravels the complexities of morality, justice, and societal pressures, providing a vivid portrayal of a pivotal moment in American history.