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Ella and her brother Kev share a remarkable bond forged by extraordinary abilities, yet their childhood and hopes are marred by the harsh realities of structural racism and brutality in the United States. Their story unfolds as Kev faces incarceration for a crime rooted in his identity as a young Black man. Through visits that blend everyday moments with supernatural elements, Ella endeavors to illuminate a path toward revolution—a movement that threatens to dismantle the oppressive systems that have defined their lives. The narrative explores the struggle between individual agency and systemic oppression, charting the siblings’ journey toward a future that could transform the world.
First publish date: 2020
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Tochi Onyebuchi
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