Blue

In this award-winning Haitian novel, the narrator journeys from Miami to Port-au-Prince, reflecting on the deep connections to her homeland and family amidst the silence that often envelops them. She explores themes of poverty and resilience among women while navigating her own emotional landscape, all colored by vivid imagery of the blue Caribbean Sea. As she contemplates her identity and the spiritual bonds with the women who shaped her, the narrative reveals the pull of home, despite the allure of opportunities elsewhere. This poignant tale intertwines beauty, silence, and the solidarity found in shared experiences.