whitneydaniell

by: Brit Bennett
Published: Jun 2, 2020
Genre: Fiction, Contemporary
343 Pages, E-Book
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This book snatched my (hypothetical) wig off.

I enjoyed the historical context of passé blanc because I don’t feel like it gets mentioned much. There was a time when it was common for French Creoles and even, Native Americans to pass as white in order to remain safe, get jobs, and overall get better treatment in the world.

I loved the dynamic between Desiree and her mother, and even her hometown. Returning home after a failed relationship all while, holding some resentment toward those who left and dropped the responsibility of being a caretaker on you without a second thought. This is a story I’ve seen in black households too many times.

Jude’s story of her acceptance and love for her trans partner is very sweet. However, Jude and Kennedy as a collective got on my nerves.

I thoroughly enjoyed this whole book from start to finish and would 1000% recommend it.

One-Word Summary: Protect Black Women
(three words, who cares)