In 'Brooklyn Motto', Alex R. Johnson tells the story of Nico Kelly, a young private investigator entangled in a murder mystery against the backdrop of 90s Brooklyn. As he navigates the duality of his lifestyle—living carefreely while grappling with the ethics of his job—Kelly finds himself questioning his identity. Through poignant relationships and a richly detailed setting, Johnson captures the essence of a city in the throes of gentrification while exploring themes of heritage and personal growth.
The story is about a lot of things, but one focus is about a period in one's life when things suddenly go from the passive to the active, or when someone is making choices instead of reacting to things.
Brooklyn Motto is packed with nostalgia for 90s New York and vividly portrays the last stages of gentrification that was changing the city in not just real estate terms, but culture and aesthetics.
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