Nobody's Magic

In Nobody's Magic, three Black women with albinism, Suzette, Maple, and Agnes, live in Shreveport, Louisiana. Suzette, a pampered twenty-year-old, seeks independence, while Maple struggles with the murder of her mother. Agnes attracts the interest of a security guard, unleashing a power that shocks them both. The novel explores grief, female strength, and self-discovery set against social and racial histories. It is a testament to the power of family, both chosen and born.

Format: Hardback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2022
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

In this captivating trilogy, Suzette, Maple, and Agnes, three Black women with albinism, reside in Shreveport, Louisiana, at the vibrant intersection of the American South and Southwest. As they navigate the crossroads of their own lives, these three remarkable women find themselves at a pivotal juncture. Suzette, a pampered twenty-year-old, has been sheltered from the outside world since a harrowing childhood encounter. However, her budding romance with a kind-hearted mechanic grants her the opportunity to embrace independence, igniting profound reactions among those closest to her. In her quest for self-determination, Suzette confronts the difficult decision of what she is willing to sacrifice in order to carve her own path in the world.

Maple, grappling with the unsolved murder of her free-spirited mother, seeks solace in isolation. She retreats to a spare room at the motel where she works, escaping the media scrutiny and judgmental grandmother. One fateful night, at a party, Maple connects with Chad, someone who possesses a deeper understanding of her pain than she realizes. Through their connection, Maple discovers that the key to her mother's death may lie within her grasp.

Agnes, distant from her home, finds herself in a monotonous job. However, her captivating presence attracts the attention of a lonely security guard and army veteran who yearns for a traditional family life with his young son. He believes that Agnes possesses a mysterious magic, but soon, she unleashes a power within herself that shocks both him and herself, propelling her on a journey to confront her family, her past, and ultimately, herself.

This novel, divided into three parts, unfolds as a searing exploration of grief, female resilience, and self-discovery, all set against a backdrop of profound significance. Through their captivating narratives, Suzette, Maple, and Agnes invite readers to embark on a transformative journey of empathy, understanding, and personal growth.

Weight: 560g
Dimension: 232 x 156 x 38 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538721391