Winner

Fifth Born
Hurston/Wright Legacy · 2003 · Shortlist
Award History
| Award | Year | Status | Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hurston/Wright Legacy Award (Debut Fiction) | 2003 | Shortlist |
About This Book
A young African American woman confronts the trauma of her childhood as the fifth child in a troubled Mississippi family, finding her way toward healing and self-discovery. Finalist for the Hurston/Wright Legacy Award for Debut Fiction.
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