The Bold City
Jacksonville
What: The City
Description: Jacksonville, Florida, is a sprawling metropolis characterized by its unique blend of historic charm and modern technological ambition. Known as "The Bold New City of the South," a nickname adopted following the 1968 consolidation of the city and county governments, it serves as a major East Coast hub for the aerospace, technology, and insurance industries. The city’s identity is deeply tied to its geography, with the St. Johns River bisecting a skyline defined by iconic structures like the green-painted Hart Bridge and the historic Marble Bank building.
What: The Marble Bank - Future Home of The Adamant Insurance Group
Description: The Marble Bank building is one of the oldest structures in downtown Jacksonville, originally constructed in 1902. Its completion was part of a massive rebuilding effort following a devastating fire that had previously destroyed more than 140 city blocks. In the near-future setting of the story, the building serves as a prominent landmark that houses the offices of The Adamant Insurance Group. Specifically, the insurance company's operations occupy the majority of the building's space
What: The Brooklyn - Future Home Stacy Collins
Description: The Brooklyn is a contemporary apartment building located in a recently developed area of the Riverside district in Jacksonville. Characterized by its vibrant and "vivid" exterior colors of orange, lemon-yellow, and chartreuse-green, the structure stands out as a modern addition to the historic neighborhood. It serves as the residence for Stacy Collins, the enthusiastic office assistant who becomes a key member of Alan and Layla's investigative team