Lucy

In 'Lucy', Jamaica Kincaid tells the story of Lucy Josephine Potter, a nineteen-year-old from the West Indies who becomes an au pair for a wealthy white family in North America.

The novel explores Lucy's journey as she navigates her new environment, scrutinizes the lives of her employers, and unravels the mysteries of her own sexuality.

It is a portrait of a young woman's search for identity, independence, and self-discovery, set against the backdrop of cultural and societal contrasts.