Vancouver’s Lifeguard Legend

“Ruby Smith Diaz (l.) examines the life of Joe Fortes, a Black lifeguard in Vancouver, during a time of rampant racism, exploring his legacy and identity through research, personal reflections and poetry.FULL STORY

 

Sara Blaydes

June 21st, 2024

The death of legendary actress Lily Adams unveils Hollywood’s dark secrets in a gripping tale of betrayal, rivalry, and fame’s harsh realities in Sara Blaydes’ latest book, The Last Secret of Lily Adams (‎Lake Union Publishing $23.33). Seventy years after Lily vanished from the spotlight, her granddaughter Carolyn Prior discovers a letter revealing Lily’s secret life and ties to Stella Lane, a superstar and Lily’s archrival who was murdered. As Carolyn delves deeper into this unsolved mystery, her life intertwines with Lily’s, forcing her to confront shocking revelations and decide how far she’ll go to uncover the truth. 9781662515385

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