Publisher Marketing: The Key West Rose is a historical novel that is set in Key West and Cuba during Cuba's War of Independence: 1895-1898. The young idealistic, insurgent soldier, Pablo, leaves his beautiful girlfriend, Rosa, in Key West after promising to marry her when he returns from the war. When he returns to Key West in 1898, he learns that Rosa is married to the foreman of the Seidenberg Cigar Factory, creating the tale of a classic love triangle. Vintage pictures of Key West and Cuba were added to the manuscript to transport the reader back to late 19th century. Colorful characters, cultural events, and humor blend with historical facts to add authenticity to the original story.

Format: Paperback | Pages: 332 | Publication Date: 2022-04-08