Lady Moses by Lucinda Roy

The novel follows Jacinta Moses, a biracial woman navigating her identity and personal history across different continents. Born to a white British mother and a Black African father, Jacinta grapples with the complexities of race, belonging, and self-discovery. Her journey takes her from England to Africa and America, as she seeks to reconcile her fragmented past and forge a sense of self amidst cultural and familial tensions. Through her experiences, the story explores themes of love, loss, and the enduring quest for identity in a world marked by division and prejudice.