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What We Lose
Hurston/Wright Legacy · 2018 · ShortlistErnest J. · 2017 · Shortlist
Award History
| Award | Year | Status | Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hurston/Wright Legacy Award (Debut Fiction) | 2018 | Shortlist | |
| Ernest J. Gaines Award for Literary Excellence | 2017 | Shortlist |
About This Book
A fragmentary, autofictional novel tracing a young biracial woman's grief after her South African-born mother's death, exploring identity, displacement, and belonging in contemporary America. Finalist for the Hurston/Wright Legacy Award for Debut Fiction.
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