Darkskin and Redbones
Darkskin and Redbones by Kevin Brown, published by Books for the Culture in September 2017, is a poignant exploration of identity and self-acceptance. This edition, comprising 186 pages, delves into the struggles of Mahogany Brown, a young girl grappling with her self-image in a world that often ridicules her dark skin. As she navigates the complexities of teenage life, including bullying and heartbreak, Mahogany’s journey is marked by her encounters with love and the harsh realities of her environment.
Readers will find a narrative that addresses themes of self-esteem and the quest for belonging. Mahogany’s relationship with Makai, a corner thug, symbolizes her desire for freedom from societal pressures and personal insecurities. The story unfolds as she faces critical choices that challenge her values and relationships, including her connections with family and friends. Darkskin and Redbones offers a candid look at the impact of external perceptions on internal struggles, making it a relevant read for those interested in teen and young adult literature.
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“You so black…” repeated over and over in Mahogany Brown’s mind like the chorus to a sad song, killing her soul, softly.
“You so black…” is how the joke begins. When the joke ends, laughter, teasing and bullying follows. Not to mention getting dumped by her then boyfriend, Tafari, in favor of Malikah, the redbone goddess that all the boys worship. From that point on, Mahogany despises the dark brown skin she’s in. With her self-esteem low and her self-hatred high, Mahogany meets a charming corner thug named Makai.
Mahogany’s attraction to Makai is more than just the idea of being the girlfriend of a thug that she often day-dreams about and immortalizes on her drawing pad. It’s the freedom he offers. Freedom from feeling ugly and unwanted. Freedom from being sheltered from the street life. But with freedom, comes a price.
Soon, Makai’s true intentions are revealed and Mahogany has a choice to make. Will Mahogany choose Makai or her family? Her new friend, Karisma, or her morals? Will she get revenge on Malikah for stealing her man? The wrong choice can mean the end of the life as Mahogany knows it.
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