Passing

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Exploring the complexities of identity and race, the novel delves into the lives of two childhood friends, Clare and Irene, who reunite after years apart. Clare has opted to pass as white, while Irene remains committed to her African American heritage, becoming a vital part of her community. This poignant narrative addresses the theme of racial passing and its implications, highlighting the contrasting choices and experiences of the two women against the backdrop of the Harlem Renaissance.