Candice Carty-Williams’ Queenie is a contemporary novel that follows Queenie Jenkins, a 25-year-old Jamaican British woman living in London.
Struggling with a breakup, work stress, and family issues, Queenie embarks on a journey of self-discovery. The novel explores themes of mental health, identity, and race, and is praised for its humor, rawness, and relatable portrayal of a young woman navigating life’s challenges. It’s a bold and insightful look at the pressures faced by modern women of color.
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