Can you recommend recent Afro - American novels with strong female characters?

One recent Afro - American novel is 'The Vanishing Half' by Brit Bennett. It tells the story of twin sisters who choose different paths in life, one living as white and the other as black, exploring themes of race, identity, and family.

Sure. 'The Alice Network' by Kate Quinn features female spies during World War I. These women are brave and resourceful, showing that they played a significant role in the war effort.

Also, in 'The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue', Addie is a very strong character. Despite the difficult situation she is in, being cursed to be forgotten by everyone she meets, she still manages to form relationships and make an impact on the world around her. She has a tenacious spirit that is characteristic of strong female characters in gothic romances.

I'd also recommend 'The Street' by Ann Petry. It's a vivid portrayal of the life of a young, African - American woman in Harlem. The story is engaging and easy to follow, making it suitable for those new to Afro - American literature.

Definitely. 'A Lesson Before Dying' by Ernest J. Gaines is a really good one. It has a deep and poignant story. 'Sula' by Toni Morrison is another great novel that delves into the relationships between African American women. And 'The Autobiography of Malcolm X' is important for understanding the civil rights movement from the perspective of one of its most influential leaders.

Sure. 'Native Son' by Richard Wright is a significant Afro American literature novel. It depicts the life of Bigger Thomas, a young African - American man in Chicago, and shows how the environment and racism shape his fate. 'Go Tell It on the Mountain' by James Baldwin is another good one. It combines elements of Baldwin's own life experiences and the African - American religious and cultural heritage.

In 'A Teaspoon of Earth and Sea', the female characters are also quite strong. They face hardships both in Iran and in their new lives in other countries. They hold onto their hopes, dreams, and their connection to their Iranian heritage while dealing with the challenges of being women in different cultural contexts.

Sure. 'Mambo in Chinatown' is a great example. The female lead is a strong - willed character who is trying to find her place in the world. She has her own dreams and desires in the context of her Chinese American identity and her love life. Her journey in the story, including her romantic relationships, is full of her standing up for herself and making her own choices.

Sure. 'Zami: A New Spelling of My Name' has very strong female characters. Audre Lorde creates characters who are unapologetic about their identity, be it their race or their sexuality. They are complex and multi - dimensional, facing the challenges of society head - on.

In 'Parable of the Sower' by Octavia Butler, the protagonist Lauren Oya Olamina is a strong female lead. The novel, which could be related to the idea of a second civil war, shows her journey in a world filled with chaos, violence, and social upheaval as she tries to build a new community.