Dana, a modern Black woman, is celebrating her 26th birthday with her new husband when she is snatched abruptly from her home in California and transported to the antebellum South. Rufus, the white son of a plantation owner, is drowning, and Dana has been summoned to save him. Dana is drawn back repeatedly through time to the slave quarters, and each time the stay grows longer, more arduous, and more dangerous until it is uncertain whether or not Dana’s life will end, long before it has a chance to begin.
Kindred is another book group book that was recommended by a bookshop worker, and I am so grateful I can pass on this recommendation.
It was harrowing and eye-opening and just brilliantly written. An absolute must read for an insight into American history like never before.
Bright splashed of reds, oranges and soft yellows with hints of black and areas of white. I love this multilayered interpretation of the book cover today.
Scroll all the way down for the day 15 pattern spoiler!
Look at our shelf, it bursting with amazing books! What will join them tomorrow?! So excited!
xxx Jess
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