One Dark Body

A haunting tale of family secrets, ancestral connections, and the search for healing in a small Washington town.
In Pearl, Washington, twelve-year-old Raisin, abandoned at birth, is raised alongside other unwanted children. Her life is upended when her mother, Nola, returns, seeking to reclaim her and confront the ghosts of their shared past.

As they grapple with the spirit of Raisin's father and the rumors surrounding Nola's mother, they must confront the town's shamanic figure, Blue, and the fourteen-year-old Sin-Sin, who is being initiated into manhood. This lyrical novel explores themes of identity, community, and the power of African cultural traditions to heal even the deepest wounds. Perfect for readers of African American literary fiction and coming-of-age stories.