Summer 2024 Travel: Prioritize Family Time with These Must-Read BIPOC Family Sagas
August 15, 2024
Summer 2024 travel trends reveal that nearly two-thirds of travelers are prioritizing quality family time over relaxation or exploration.
For those looking to delve into family dynamics, the article recommends exploring BIPOC family sagas, which offer rich narratives regardless of travel plans.
One notable recommendation is 'Family Lore' by Elizabeth Acevedo, featuring a magical family gathering for a wake that uncovers hidden tensions.
'Grown Women' by Sarai Johnson tells the story of three generations of women uniting to raise a child amidst various adversities.
Another highlighted work is 'Udonwa,' which explores complex familial relationships under the shadow of a domineering father.
'Las Madres' by Esmeralda Santiago presents a poignant journey of mothers and daughters as they explore their family history during a trip to Puerto Rico.
'The Family Chao' by Lan Samantha Chang depicts a dysfunctional family reuniting under tragic circumstances, drawing inspiration from Dostoevsky's 'The Brothers Karamazov.'
'Black Cake' by Charmaine Wilkerson narrates the journey of siblings uncovering their family's past and intergenerational trauma following their mother's death.
'The Apology' by Jimin Han tells a haunting story from beyond the grave, revealing deep family secrets tied to colonialism and Korean history.
'Black Candle Women' by Diane Marie Brown unveils family secrets and a curse when a young woman introduces her boyfriend to her family.
'Indian Burial Ground' by Nick Medina combines horror with family trauma and supernatural elements following a tragic death.
The article wraps up by encouraging readers to explore intergenerational family sagas and provides additional resources for further reading.
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