The Davenports: More Than This - by Krystal Marquis

About the Book

"The Davenports are one of the few Black families of immense wealth and status in 1910 Chicago, and the two Davenport sisters, along with their closest friends, are finding their way through turbulent changes in life and love"--

Book Synopsis

The anticipated sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller featuring escapist romance and a wealthy Black family in 1910s Chicago

Like the blazing Chicago sun, the drama is heating up for the Davenports and their social set. Before the summer of 1910 drops its last petal, the lives--and loves--of these four young women will change in ways they never could have imagined:

Newly engaged Ruby Tremaine is eagerly planning her wedding to the love of her life when a nasty rumor threatens her reputation and her marriage. Olivia Davenport has committed to social justice and secretly hopes she'll be reunited with dashing lawyer Washington DeWight--until her parents decide she's to marry someone else. Amy-Rose Shepherd is making her lifelong wish of owning a salon come true, but when an incident forces her to return to Freeport Manor, she's back in the path of John Davenport, who still holds her heart. Helen Davenport is determined to get over her own heartbreak and bring the Davenport Carriage Company into the new century, even if it means teaming up with a thrill-seeking racecar driver who just loves to get under her skin.

Inspired by the real-life story of the Patterson family, More Than This is the second book in critically adored Davenports series, following four empowered and passionate young Black women as they navigate a rapidly changing society and discover the courage to steer their own paths in life--and love.

"The Davenport universe has history, humor, and heart baked into it." --Kirkus
"Richly portrays the complexities of early 20th century Black society." --SLJ
"With more romance and intrigue . . . as interesting and juicy as ever." --Booklist

Review Quotes

Praise for The Davenports: More Than This

"The Davenport universe, which has history, humor, and heart baked into it, maintains its continuity in this volume, and Marquis will satisfy fans with the characters' expanding narratives. The breezy and fluid prose supports the love-filled merry-go-round of will-they-won't-they storylines. An enjoyable sequel in a well-oiled coming-of-age series." --Kirkus Reviews

"Marquis's [second] novel richly portrays the complexities of early 20th century Black society and the determination of young women redefining their futures." --School Library Journal

"The Davenport sisters and their friends Amy-Rose and Ruby are back for more romance and intrigue. [And] the politics and high society of Black Chicago in the early 1900s are as interesting and juicy as ever." --Booklist

Praise and Accolades for The Davenports

* A New York Times Bestseller *
* A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year *
* A #1 Indie Next Pick *
* Black Caucus of the American Library Association (BCALA) Award Winner *
* Heartland Booksellers Award Winner *
* African Americans On The Move Book Club (AAMBC) Award Winner *

"The perfect read for fans of escapist historical fiction." --NBC's TODAY

"The Davenports has it all: romance, heartbreak, courage." --Ebony

"A fresh, utterly enchanting read." --Ayana Gray, New York Times bestselling author of the Beasts of Prey trilogy

"Deftly written . . . A dazzling debut." --Kirkus (starred review)

"Stunningly wrought . . . Presents a cast of take-charge women." --Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"[Combines] the compulsive readability of Gossip Girl [with] a celebration of Black entrepreneurship [in a] a tale of ambitious young women forging their own paths." --Booklist (starred review)

"Compelling . . . distinct and satisfying." --BCCB

"Leaves readers anticipating the next chapter each time. This is a well-written novel, sure to please fans of historical fiction, romance, and Chicago history [for] young adults and adults alike . . . Recommended." --School Library Journal

"If this whole series existed right now, I'd tear through it to the exclusion of everything else in my life." --Teen Librarian Toolbox

About the Author

Krystal Marquis is the New York Times bestselling author of The Davenports, her debut novel. Krystal happily spends most of her time in libraries and used bookstores. She studied biology at Boston College and University of Connecticut and now works as an environmental, health, and safety manager for an online retailer. When not writing or planning trips to the Book Barn to discover her next favorite romance, Krystal enjoys hiking, expanding her shoe collection, and plotting ways to create her own Jurassic Park.