Genre:
A family saga is a genre of fiction that chronicles the lives, fortunes, and dramas of one or more families across multiple generations. Defined by its epic scope and long time spans, this genre focuses on character-driven narratives, familial bonds, legacies, and the impact of historical events on personal lives.
When an heirloom survives generations, what happens when it breaks?
This week on Lacey In The Library, I’m reviewing *Good Dirt* by Charmaine Wilkerson, a literary family saga that weaves together grief, history, race, and a centuries-old jar carrying more than family memories. It didn’t completely break my heart the way I expected, but it gave me plenty to think about.
Read the full review to see what worked, what wobbled, and whether this acclaimed bestseller belongs on your TBR.
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