Diamond navigates her identity as the only Black person in her New England town, confronting family history and community expulsion. Chambers' novel explores the poignant and humorous interactions of sharply observed characters, focusing on Diamond's complex relationship with her mother and an unexpected friendship that changes her journey.
Chen's multi-generational novel delves into emotional inheritances beginning in 1927 China, blending folklore with the story of a young woman marrying during civil unrest. The narrative explores how unspoken traumas in family histories haunt the future generations, emphasizing the impact of past experiences on present relationships.
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