Swing Time by Zadie Smith
This novel follows the lives of two biracial girls who dream of becoming professional dancers. Although they both have talent, only one of them has the ambition to pursue it. As their lives diverge, one girl becomes a personal assistant to a pop star while the other lives a life of relative obscurity. The narrative explores themes of race, class, friendship, and identity, weaving a story that spans decades and continents.
The 7812th greatest book of all time
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This book is on the following lists:
- 18th on The 40 Best Novels of the 2010s (Paste Magazine)