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James McBride's new murder mystery digs into Black and Jewish communities in the '30s

NPR's Book of the Day

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Plot, Characters, and Historical Setting of the Book

This chapter delves into the plot of the book centered around Dotto, a boy with special needs, who is at risk of being institutionalized. The community rallies together to protect him while exploring the inspiring character of Shona and the historical background of Jewish life in America.

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