What would you do to make life better for your child? How sure are you that your actions are for the best? How can we add a satirical twist here that forces the reader to reflect on race and society? I am amazed by this book and the path it takes. In the future, there are a few successful black people. They, like our protagonist, are striving to be "the one" chosen by their law firm or other profession. The books starts with several black associates viewing for the one shot at becoming a partner in the firm. What would you do to achieve? But the condition of blackness (as well as other ethnic conditions) is treatable. You can get get rid of the dark skin through "demelanization." Surgery can "correct" the shape of your nose, lips, and eyes. Another of the firms exceptions is the Asian woman who is trying to repress her Asian characteristics because she is sick of being treated like the answer to every man's fantasy. But I'm off track here. Our protagonist is trying to help his child by erasing his blackness. But does his son want to be "non-black?" As the book goes on, we see desperation, cajoling, and retreat. I'm convinced this book is brilliant and the audio was perfectly read by Dion Graham.
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