Description

In this luminous, affirming story, a young girl named Sulwe struggles with the pain of feeling “too dark” and longs to be lighter, believing it will make her worthy of love and belonging. As she confronts her insecurities, she embarks on a journey that reveals the beauty of her own skin and the power of self-acceptance. Woven with warmth and wonder, the book explores colorism, identity, and the way family and community can either deepen or heal a child’s sense of self. Lupita Nyong’o’s storytelling is tender and accessible, blending heartfelt emotion with a hopeful message that radiates long after the last page.

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ebook

Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers

Published Jan 1, 2019

48 pages

ISBN: 9781534425378

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Details

First Published

2019

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Sulwe by Lupita Nyong'o.

Racism/Discrimination
Death/Grief