Angel and Night’s Youngest tells the story of the last male child of a blended Black family living in Chicago, Illinois. Through the backdrops of various cities, these poems explore Black masculinity and coming-of-age while navigating villains concealed on every city block and in predominantly White institutions of higher learning.  Refined personas, scenes, and characters impart double-edged knowledge as Lester’s speakers experience life in the United States of America during the 1990s. Through sharply crafted lines and an authoritative tone, Lester’s debut collection articulates a healthier way of dealing with generational trauma which affects so many individuals, especially those in communities of colour…