Identical Twins Become Divided By Race In ‘The Vanishing Half’

The Vanishing Half, by Brit Bennett

Brit Bennett’s new novel centers on two light-skinned African American sisters — one of whom “passes” for white. The Vanishing Half is compelling — if somewhat melodramatic.

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Brit Bennett’s new novel centers on two light-skinned African American sisters — one of whom “passes” for white. The Vanishing Half is compelling — if somewhat melodramatic.