A Jimmy Fallon Tonight Show Summer Reads Selection
An electrifying novel about the meteoric rise of an iconic interracial rock duo in the 1970s, their sensational breakup, and the dark secrets unearthed when they try to reunite decades later for one last tour.
A Good Morning America Buzz Pick
Named a Best Book of 2021 by Esquire and Entertainment Weekly
Named a Most Anticipated Book of 2021 by * Oprah Daily * Vogue * Elle * The Washington Post * Entertainment Weekly * Essence * PopSugar * Bookriot * Goodreads * Literary Hub * Parade * MS. Magazine * The Millions *
“Feels truer and more mesmerizing than some true stories. It’s a packed time capsule that doubles as a stick of dynamite.” (The New York Times Book Review)
Opal is a fiercely independent young woman pushing against the grain in her style and attitude, Afro-punk before that term existed. Coming of age in Detroit, she can’t imagine settling for a 9-to-5 job - despite her unusual looks, Opal believes she can be a star. So when the aspiring British singer/songwriter Neville Charles discovers her at a bar’s amateur night, she takes him up on his offer to make rock music together for the fledgling Rivington Records.
