Dancing in the Baron's Shadow

Fabienne Josaphat received her M.F.A. in creative writing from Florida International University. Dancing in the Baron's Shadow is her first novel. She lives in Miami.

"Dancing in the Baron's Shadow takes us to hell and back, inside one of the most brutal prisons run by one of the world's most ruthless dictators. Fabienne Josaphat impressively brings to life a horrible period as well as the men and women who fought against it. Filled with life, suspense, and humor, this powerful first novel is an irresistible read about the nature of good and evil, terror and injustice, and ultimately triumph and love." -- Edwidge Danticat, author of Claire of the Sea Light "Dancing in the Baron's Shadow is an instant classic. The narrative is spellbinding--the work of a remarkable writer. This fully-realized novel is replete with three-dimensional characters; the imagery is vivid and palpable. Fabienne Josaphat has penned a fascinating and necessary addition to every fiction lover's library. As a bonus, this book opens a new window through which to view the unfathomable atrocities of the Duvalier dictatorship. Dancing in the Baron's Shadow is downright unforgettable." - Katia D. Ulysse, author of Drifting "Fabienne Josaphat has produced a rare novel that combines emotional substance and social significance with the all the qualities of an irresistible, page-turning thriller. To read Dancing in the Baron's Shadow is to carry Haiti in your heart forever." - Les Standiford, author of Water to the Angels