I wrote my first novel, Redemption Songs, in 2019 after a reoccurring nightmare needed to find a voice. During the pandemic, I poured the fear, turmoil, and uncertainty I felt into my second novel, Friendship Estate.  
When I read, I want to laugh, I want to cry, I want to get mad!
 I try to take you through all those emotions with my writing!
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I was born in Mandeville, Jamaica in 1967, the beginning of a turbulent time in Jamaica's history. The island had just gained independence from Britain, with the colonial class and color divisions still firmly in place. The economy was in free fall as communism and capitalism battled for supremacy, by destabilizing the government, encouraging violence and exerting tactical financial control. I came of age during these times. My playground extended from Mandeville to the beaches and small villages of the South Coast, and the island's capital, Kingston.

Eight generations of my family are buried on the island. Roots so deep in the Jamaican soil that they will bind my heart and soul forever to my island in the sun, no matter how far afield I may go. Even though I have lived in the United States for decades, Jamaica still holds my navel string, a pull deep in my soul that begins as a low drumbeat growing stronger and louder until I return to the island of my birth.

I now live in Orlando with my husband.

"Bravo author Lynda R. Edwards for an excellent, crafted masterpiece— a riveting story laced in deep webbing and weaving between history, family, unity, and faith—all blended with such ease and precision. Friendship Estate will grip you from start to finish leaving you wanting for more.

Edwards has a knack for taking readers through a series of obstacles all connecting and leading the way to a better life through irresistible, charming characters, bathed in love and goodness, among the dark not-so-nice folks. A love story filled with magical adventures from the island of Jamaica to the heart of England.

Friendship Estates makes you think about life through a new lens while keeping you invested in the Dunbarton’s ups and downs, twists and turns. Lynda Edward’s book(s) will not disappoint—and this one is right up there. Bravo!!"
Dr. Lisaort

“Redemption Songs is a fascinating mix of family drama and social commentary. I really enjoyed the emphasis on strong women characters. The way the author beautifully described Jamaica made me feel as if I was there! With its plot twists this book will keep you guessing as to its ultimate outcome. Great read.”
Ehrman A
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