Martha Southgate Knihy

Angela's journey from Oklahoma to Los Angeles during the blaxploitation era explores themes of ambition and familial conflict. As she pursues fame, her relationship with her mother, Mildred—who bears the scars of the 1921 Tulsa race riots—deteriorates, leading to years of silence. The narrative shifts when Angela's daughter, Tamara, a filmmaker, seeks to bridge the gap between them, prompting a confrontation with their unspoken issues and the complexities of their shared history.

The story follows a bright African American student navigating the challenges of being the only person of color at a prestigious New England prep school. Through her experiences, she confronts issues of race, class, and the journey toward self-acceptance. The narrative offers a candid exploration of her struggles and triumphs in an environment where she feels both out of place and determined to carve her own identity.