Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson

Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson

Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson is a fabulous novel of Black Caribbean heritage, family and the things that hold us together. It tells the story of adult siblings, Bennie and Byron who's mother, Covantina, has died and left them a recording and Black Cake to be eaten when 'it's time". 

The author combines an epic tale of survival as well as deep insight into relationships, family secrets, and the effects of racism on lives from the perspective of  Coventina in the 1960's as well from her children's challenges finding meaningful careers and relationships. The writing is captivating and I learned a great deal about Caribbean, British and American culture in regards to immigration and some of the difficulties faced in the last 50 years.

MY RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

I highly recommend Black Cake. It is a delicious novel!

Jaema