Description
This novel weaves a captivating tapestry across generations, beginning with Afong Moy's arrival in New York in 1834 and tracing the lives of her descendants through to 2045. Through a unique exploration of epigenetics, the story delves into how inherited memories and past traumas shape the present, particularly for Dorothy Moy, who grapples with fragmented echoes of her forebears. Each woman in Afong's lineage embarks on a personal journey to understand these inherited experiences, striving to overcome generational suffering and forge a better future. With poetic prose and vivid historical settings, the narrative offers a poignant reflection on identity, resilience, and the enduring search for self-understanding.
Available Editions
paperback
Atria Books
Published Aug 2, 2022
384 pages
ISBN: 9781668006320
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Details
First Published
2022
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Many Daughters of Afong Moy by Jamie Ford.