They Can't Take Your Name

De: Robert Justice

Narrado por: J.D. Jackson

Langston Brown is running out of time and options for clearing his name and escaping death row. Wrongfully convicted of the gruesome Mother's Day Massacre, he prepares to face his death. His final hope for salvation lies with his daughter, Liza, an artist who dreamed of a life of music and song but left the prestigious Juilliard School to pursue a law degree with the intention of clearing her father's name.

Just as she nears success, it's announced that Langston will be put to death in 30 days. In a desperate bid to find freedom for her father, Liza enlists the help of Eli Stone, a jazz-club owner she met at the classic Five Points venue The Roz. Devastated by the tragic loss of his wife, Eli is trying to find solace by reviving the club...while also wrestling with the longing to join her in death.

Everyone has a dream that might come true - but as the dark shadows of the past converge, could Langston, Eli, and Liza be facing a danger that could shatter those dreams forever?

Inspired by the atmospheric poetry of Langston Hughes and set in the heart of Denver's Black community, this gripping crime novel pits three characters in a race against time to thwart a gross miscarriage of justice...with deadly consequences.

©2021 Robert Justice (P)2021 Dreamscape Media, LLC

Wonderful

Great storyline! Couldn’t stop listening to it! I was hooked! They are so many stories out there like this. This rings true for so many!

Missed the mark for me.

I loved the historical context of the story taking place in the Denver Black neighborhood of Five Points. The story tackled very real-world issues such as racism, corrupt law enforcement and politicians. I think Robert Justice did a great job with character development. Several of the characters were likable and I had compassion for them.
Where the story fell flat for me was the writing style didnt keep me fully engaged and I struggled to keep reading.
Having said that, I would be willing to read a book two to see what happens between the two main characters Liza and Eli who were both complex, interesting and likable.

Disappointed in the ending

I was waiting for the twist, I did enjoy the reference to Children of Africa and children of Europe. I also enjoyed the reference to Langston Hughes and Invisible Man. Sister Frances, “no we do not see you”. Other than that I didn’t walk away with much. Perhaps a made for TV or Lifetime movie.

Binged this!!!

I was hooked early and stayed up too late several nights because I could not wait to know what happened next. The narrator did a great job with different character voices. I'm excited to know this is the first in a series!

Phenomenal

What a story! Very surprised with how everything played out, I truly wasn't expecting it. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time.

Kept My Attention

I liked the fact the story took place in Denver, because I grew up there. I listened to the book in Audible and the reader did a good job. I even shed a few tears. I didn’t care for the ending, but I am sure the next book picks up where this one left off.