42 pages 1 hour read

Danzy Senna

Caucasia

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998

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Reviews & Readership

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Danzy Senna's Caucasia captivates with its poignant exploration of racial identity and family dynamics in 1970s America. Critics praise Senna's compelling narrative and rich character development. However, some note occasional pacing issues and a predictable plot. Overall, the novel is lauded for its impactful reflections on race and belonging.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Caucasia?

Readers who enjoy complex narratives of racial identity and family dynamics will be captivated by Caucasia by Danzy Senna. Fans of Toni Morrison's The Bluest Eye and Jhumpa Lahiri's The Namesake will appreciate the novel’s nuanced exploration of biracial experiences and coming-of-age struggles set against a backdrop of 1970s America.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Topics
Race / Racism
Education
History: World
Genre
Education
Historical Fiction