Caucasia

In Danzy Senna's acclaimed novel Caucasia, set against the backdrop of 1970s Boston, sisters Birdie and Cole navigate the complexities of race and identity as daughters of a black father and a white mother involved in the Civil Rights Movement. Despite their profound bond and unique language, their differences in appearance lead to a deep emotional divide when their parents' marriage collapses. After an upheaval that separates them, Birdie embarks on a haunting journey to reconnect with her sister, exploring themes of family, loss, and the search for identity in a racially charged America.