Doris: Return to the Slave Farm

by Jeff Nebeker-Johnson

After their home in Davenport, Iowa, is burned to the ground, Luke and Doris move to a home gifted to them by their friend, Hercules. Much to Doris's shock, the home that Luke chooses for them is the now-defunct Andrews' farm. Doris is resilient and decides to make the situation work. Their first night in Cape Girardeau is met with murder and accusations against Hercules. With Mary and Luke by his side, they ward off would-be mercenaries, plotting to kill Hercules and anyone standing in their way.
This book is part of the Darkness series, and represents the fourth installment. Read in Darkness A Slave's Story, Doris The Struggles of a Former Slave, Nat and A Slave Story, and finally Doris Return to the Slave Farm.

338 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 1, 2023

Reviews

[Nicca · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once you start the series You can't stop at just one book. You will be compelled to read more about Doris and her lovely husband Luke. They side characters are truly amazing and will make you laugh and cry. Yes cry!

[Mamie Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Summary

I am hooked on this series . I love how even with all the struggles they had , nothing deterred from becoming a family by blood and by helping each other. Doris really grew into a woman to reckon with.

[shirley faniel · Rating 5 out of 5]

family

This book was about family not so much the ones you’re born into but about the ones you create and protect at all cost. Family, love and sacrifice was what I took away from this book.

[Tony Rothschild · Rating 4 out of 5]

enjoyable historical fiction

Good storytelling. Good characters. A lot of killing of people who came to harm the family. Short, but the sequels keep me going. I’ve now read 3 of this author’s books

[Sandra Newton]

Great read

Slavery is a tragic and shameful time in history but the stories of the brave women and men who survived and went on to have wonderful lives and families. This book and series is a great survivors story. These pages share heartache, violence,heartwarming and loving adventures . I highly recommend you join me on these exciting adventure. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[Kasey Statum · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another twisted story

This novel has it all-laughs, tears, joy, sadness, surprise, elation, hatred, meanness and death. Sounds like 2025, not 1870’s! You’ll enjoy this historical accurate adventure.

[Meeca · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Work

I love the story of Darkness aka Doris and all of those included in her life's journey. I love how this shows unity across differences but connected by humanity

[Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful

I wanted it to be a little longer. The history and resilience is truly amazing. I will for sure finish each book

[Teresa Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Doris

Great story, the author continues to bring light to the trials and tributelation of slavery to the forefront. I will continue to read Mr. Johnson books!

[Lisa Clearwater · Rating 5 out of 5]

Truly love the theme of protecting at all costs, series absolutely had my attention.

[Sybil Freeman · Rating 2 out of 5]

I made it through 3 books in the series in the hopes the writing would get better. It didn’t. I’m done.

[Billie]

Great Series - would definitely recommend.

[Dianne Logston · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book.

This book is so good. I got hooked reading its very hard to put down. I’m about to start the third one in the series.