Original underwater society offers a fresh take on fantasy and identity
Focus on the legacy of African slave women provides historical and cultural insight
Inspirational story about reclaiming memory and selfhood resonates with diverse readers
Engaging narrative structure with emotional depth and world-building
Inspired by a real-life rap group and a powerful song for added authenticity
Summarized by Shop
The water-breathing descendants of African slave women tossed overboard have built their own underwater society-and must reclaim the memories of their past to shape their future in this brilliantly imaginative novella inspired by the Hugo Award-nominated song "The Deep" from Daveed Diggs's rap group clipping.
Yetu holds the memories for