What Sammy Knew

Set against the vibrant backdrop of New York City in 1970, this coming-of-age novel follows seventeen-year-old Sam Stein as he navigates love, friendship, and political upheaval. Raised in privilege but drawn into the tumult of the East Village, Sam witnesses the seismic social changes of the era while unwittingly becoming involved in a high-stakes political plot. With its compelling characters and suspenseful narrative, the story vividly captures the chaos, passion, and transformative spirit of the late 60s and early 70s.