In Freedom State, Keita’s path intersects with Viola Hill and John Falconer, both of whom are keenly interested in his story. Viola, a sportswriter whose ambition is to cover hard news, injects vigour, edge, and a wry humour to any scene she is a part of. She dubs herself “blagaybulled” – black, gay, disabled – but she is also proud. Strong and fast in her wheelchair, with “abs of steel, biceps like guns,” she is an athlete and former runner.
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