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Danzy Senna
Danzy Senna is the author of the acclaimed novel Caucasia. Her work often explores themes of identity and race.
New people
Synopsis
Maria and Khalil, a seemingly perfect couple, are poised to begin a new life in a vibrant Brooklyn enclave. As they navigate their roles as "new people" blurring racial boundaries, Maria finds herself increasingly fixated on another man. This growing obsession unearths buried secrets and threatens to dismantle her carefully constructed reality and sense of self.
Genres
Characters
MariaProtagonist
KhalilSupporting
Frequently asked questions
Does New People connect to Danzy Senna's other books?
While New People is a standalone novel, it continues Danzy Senna's exploration of racial identity, class, and belonging, themes that are central to much of her previous work.
Is New People based on a true story?
New People is a work of fiction, but it draws on Danzy Senna's personal experiences and observations regarding race, identity, and the complexities of mixed-race relationships in America.