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Why do you think the author was compelled to bring transsexuality (Reese) into the story?
Damien Roberts I think Reese was involved in the story to juxtapose Stella's desire to pass and lie about who she is in order to ensure her safety and freedom, while…moreI think Reese was involved in the story to juxtapose Stella's desire to pass and lie about who she is in order to ensure her safety and freedom, while Reese was almost doing the opposite. His desire to be himself even though (especially given the time) it was so dangerous to be a Black transman. Plus both had left their original lives in order to lead vastly different ones.(less)
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The Vanishing Half
by Brit Bennett (Goodreads Author)
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