Overshadowed

Sutton E. Griggs's 'Overshadowed' presents a nuanced coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of the tenuous post-Reconstruction era. With an astute focus on Erma Wysong, a young girl of mixed race, the narrative explores her challenges amid the complexities of Southern society. Blending direct discourse and evocative description, Griggs crafts a tale rich in character study and social critiqu...