Caul Baby

In her fiction debut, New York Times bestselling author Morgan Jerkins presents "Caul Baby," an electrifying tale centered on the enigmatic Melancon family of Harlem, known for their magical caul that grants healing powers. Laila, desperate for motherhood, faces heartbreak after failed pregnancies and a stillborn child, while her niece Amara, now a successful lawyer, grapples with her own ambitions and grudges against the family. As Hallow, a special child born with a caul, navigates her complex identity and the family's secrets, she must confront profound questions of belonging and connection. This gripping novel explores the interplay of tradition, family dynamics, and the shadows of desire.