Seduce – Désirée Reynolds
Writer, teacher and broadcaster Désirée Reynolds reads excerpts from her novel Seduce and discusses diaspora, race and protest through writing. Seduce, set on a mythical islands in the Caribbean, weaves a captivating tale of relationships and ghosts.
Brought to you in association with Off the Shelf Festival of Words.
Contains mature themes and sexual references.
About the author
Désirée is an author, broadcaster and a trustee with Racial Justice Network. Her work includes poetry and short stories and can be seen in publications including A Generation Defining Itself and Hair: A Journey into the Afro and Asian Experience. Her novel Seduce, set on a mythical island in the Caribbean, was published by Peepal Tree Press in 2013 to much acclaim.
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