Bennett, Brit - The Vanishing Half (Hardback)

The Vanishing Half is a 2020 novel by American author Brit Bennett. The narrative centers on twin sisters, Desiree and Stella Vignes, who grow up in the fictional town of Mallard, Louisiana—a community established for light-skinned Black individuals. At age sixteen, the twins run away to New Orleans, but their paths diverge dramatically: Desiree returns to Mallard with her dark-skinned daughter, while Stella chooses to pass as white, severing ties with her past. The novel delves into themes of racial identity, colorism, and the enduring influence of the past on personal choices. Bennett's storytelling intricately examines how the sisters' decisions affect their lives and those of their daughters, exploring the complexities of identity and the notion of "passing."

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