Augustown

In Augustown, a vibrant Jamaican community fraught with inequality and dreams, Ma Taffy’s keen insight leads her to sense a troubling event involving her great-nephew, Kaia. As they wait for Kaia’s mother, Ma Taffy reminisces about local legends and historical moments that shape their world, revealing the deep connections between memory, myth, and striving for a better life. The novel explores themes of aspiration, community, and the enduring spirit of Jamaica’s people through a narrative rich with history and cultural significance.