The Dew Breaker

Set against the backdrop of Haiti in the 1960s and contemporary New York, the narrative follows a seemingly ordinary man with a dark, hidden past as a torturer. His life as a devoted father and community member contrasts sharply with the terrifying secret he harbors. Through interconnected stories of those around him, the book delves into themes of love, remorse, and the struggle for redemption, highlighting the personal and political complexities of history. Edwidge Danticat's poignant storytelling cements her status as a vital voice in American literature.