The Year of Dangerous Days

The Year of Dangerous Days offers a compelling and well-researched account of Miami’s tumultuous transformation during a pivotal era, exploring themes like racial unrest, immigration, and the drug epidemic through personal stories of figures such as Edna Buchanan, Captain Marshall Frank, and Mayor Maurice Ferré. Set against a backdrop of national and international events, the narrative captures the city’s struggles with corruption, violence, and social upheaval while highlighting its resilience and rebirth. This engaging history provides a nuanced look at how Miami’s complex history continues to shape its identity today.