The Street

by Ann Percy

Vivid, sharp, and deeply resonant, this is an intricate portrait of intertwined lives. Ludie Johnson’s struggles echo across generations, touching on single parenthood, loneliness, the sting of infidelity, and the weight of self-doubt. These themes remain as relevant today as ever. The richly drawn settings — Harlem, Jamaica, and Connecticut — ground the narrative in authenticity and history. With its layered characters and compelling emotional depth, this story feels primed for a limited series adaptation. It is a powerful, immersive read.