The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett
"The Vanishing Half" by Brit Bennett is a novel that tells the story of twin sisters, Desiree and Stella, who grow up in a small, southern black community in the 1950s and 60s. After running away from home at the age of 16, Stella decides to pass as white and marries a wealthy white man, while Desiree returns to their hometown with her dark-skinned daughter. The novel explores themes of identity, race, family, and the consequences of choices made in the past. As the sisters' lives diverge, their daughters' paths cross, and secrets are revealed, ultimately leading to a powerful and emotional conclusion.
The 9513th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2020
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 350-400
- Words
- 121,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- The 10 Best Books Through Time (New York Times)