About the Author
Tayari Jones
ISBN 9781786075192
Rs. 640
Oneworld Publications
An American Marriage
Who it's for: Readers of contemporary literary fiction
"An American Marriage" by Tayari Jones delves into the lives of Celestial and Roy, a young Black couple whose promising future is abruptly shattered when Roy is wrongly convicted and imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit. This powerful novel explores the profound impact of systemic injustice on their love, loyalty, and individual identities as they navigate a devastating separation and the arduous path back to each other, or apart.Why You Should Read? Examines the corrosive effects of wrongful incarceration and racial injustice on individuals and relationships. Offers a nuanced portrayal of love, fidelity, and the choices people make under immense societal pressure. Awarded the Women's Prize for Fiction and selected for Oprah's Book Club. A compelling and thought-provoking exploration of contemporary American life and its challenges.
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- Winner of the Women's Prize for Fiction
- Selected for Oprah's Book Club
- Explores systemic injustice and its impact on love and identity
- Set in Atlanta, Georgia
- New York Times bestseller
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Questions about this book
What is the book about?
It follows Celestial and Roy, a young Black couple, whose lives are upended when Roy is wrongly convicted and imprisoned. The novel examines how this injustice affects their relationship and individual identities.
Has the book won any awards?
Yes, it won the Women's Prize for Fiction and was selected for Oprah's Book Club.
Where is the story set?
The story is set in Atlanta, Georgia.
What themes does the novel explore?
It explores themes of wrongful imprisonment, racial injustice, marriage, love, loyalty, and identity.