American Spy

Set during the Cold War in 1986, this novel follows Marie Mitchell, an FBI intelligence officer navigating a challenging career as a black woman in a predominantly white environment. She becomes involved in a clandestine operation targeting Thomas Sankara, a revolutionary leader in Burkina Faso, and must make difficult decisions that challenge her perception of loyalty, love, and duty. The story explores the complex moral dilemmas faced by those caught in the web of international espionage and revolution.