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This thought-provoking novel begins on the eve of the 2008 election at a watch party hosted by young married couple, Ruth and Xavier. Ruth must soon confess a secret: she had a child as a teenager, but walked away to begin a new life. When she returns to her hometown to sort things out, she begins a friendship with Midnight, a troubled 11-year-old white boy. Their interconnected paths are brilliantly told and explore themes of race, money, pride, and finding your way back home. Published in 2021; 326 pages.

Includes 15 paperback copies and 1 book club guide prepared by WCPL.