Zeal

Zeal – A Sweeping Multi-Generational Novel of Love, Legacy, and the Echoes of Slavery

📚 Zeal, the powerful new novel from New York Times bestselling author Morgan Jerkins (This Will Be My Undoing, Caul Baby), is a gripping, richly layered saga exploring the enduring impact of slavery, lost love, and generational healing.

Two Love Stories. One Unbreakable Lineage. A Legacy That Spans Centuries.

From Natchez in 1865 to Harlem in 2019, Zeal follows the lives of Harrison and Tirzah, two newly freed lovers torn apart by circumstance in the aftermath of the Civil War—and the generations of descendants shaped by their choices.

In the present day, Ardelia and Oliver's modern romance becomes entangled with their ancestors’ untold pasts. A faded love letter, buried family secrets, and echoes of heartbreak reveal a connection that defies time. But will love be enough to overcome the weight of inherited trauma and buried truths?

A Must-Read for Fans of Epic Historical Fiction and Literary Love Stories

Spanning over 150 years, Zeal is a masterfully researched novel that delves into the legacy of slavery, the complexities of Black identity, and the resilience of love across generations.