We Were Not Kings

This lyrical novel follows 18-year-old Salomon Destin as he leaves his Caribbean home for France to pursue his studies, seeking a fresh start away from family chaos and past trauma. As he navigates a new life in Strasbourg, he is unexpectedly drawn back to Guadeloupe by tragedy, where memories of family secrets and loss resurface. Years later, Salomon faces the complexities of his own marriage and the revelations that challenge his understanding of freedom and responsibility. The story explores themes of family, loss, and the quest for personal liberation across generations.