"Under The Skin" by Linda Villarosa is a memoir about the author's journey to understand and accept her identity as a black lesbian. Villarosa recounts her experiences growing up in a predominantly white community, struggling with her sexuality, and navigating the complexities of race and gender in America. She also explores the intersection of HIV/AIDS and the black community, as well as her own personal battle with the disease. Through her candid and poignant storytelling, Villarosa sheds light on the importance of self-acceptance and the power of community in overcoming adversity.

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