Idlewild

Prepare yourself for a captivating tale uncovering historical devotion, murder, enigma, fervent love, and unyielding persistence. Elizabeth “Lizy” Thompson is fueled by her African-American roots and an intense ambition and interest to write an epic about the history of Idlewild, Michigan. "Black Eden" as it is known, holds far more than just secrets when a homicide occurs with a woman linked back to the notorious Purple Gang.

Lizy faces difficulty connecting with the locals of Idlewild due to their strong bonds and the area's previous history. In her historical home on Lake Idlewild, Lizy discovers a hidden room filled with artifacts from the past. She unravels clues about the significance of the African-American culture in the early days of Lake County, Michigan.

Come along as we explore the murder mystery and chronicles of Idlewild, dubbed ‘The Black Eden of Michigan’.

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