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A review by ruthmoog
The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
I was excited to read this based on the blurb, but it wasn't what I expected at all. Sister Sister it is not!
The reality of colorism and racism is laid out in the pages, and the impact of Stella's decision is greatly felt by her family, especially the children - who's own stories make up about half the narrative, if not more.
The reality of colorism and racism is laid out in the pages, and the impact of Stella's decision is greatly felt by her family, especially the children - who's own stories make up about half the narrative, if not more.
Graphic: Abandonment, Racial slurs, and Racism
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Medical content, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Pregnancy and Gaslighting