Brooklyn grad student and single mom Erica Donato dives into Brownsville's gritty past for her thesis on 1930s crime, but stumbles into a present-day mystery. When a promising young woman is found beaten and another friend turns up dead, Erica can’t resist probing deeper, unearthing secrets that echo through generations. "Brooklyn's rich history comes to life in Stein's wonderful descriptions, and Erica is an engaging tour guide."—Booklist |