Against the Grain
- 310 Seiten
- 11 Lesestunden
Set against the backdrop of desegregation in the early 1960s, the story unfolds in Jamestown, New Jersey, where Fleur, an African American high school student, takes a job in an upscale store, igniting unexpected conflicts within her community. As she navigates the challenges of change and resistance, Fleur discovers the complexities of trust and the importance of making her own choices. The narrative explores the quiet yet profound struggles of an African American family in a seemingly progressive suburb, revealing the hidden barriers they face.
