For those of us who prefer IRL vibes, we’ll meet in person at the Black lady owned cafe below.
Inner City Cafe 15 S Essex Ave City of Orange, NJ 07050
**About the Book**
When global climate change and economic crises lead to social chaos in the early 2020s, California becomes full of dangers, from pervasive water shortage to masses of vagabonds who will do anything to live to see another day. Fifteen-year-old Lauren Olamina lives inside a gated community with her preacher father, family, and neighbors, sheltered from the surrounding anarchy. In a society where any vulnerability is a risk, she suffers from hyperempathy, a debilitating sensitivity to others’ emotions.
Precocious and clear-eyed, Lauren must make her voice heard in order to protect her loved ones from the imminent disasters her small community stubbornly ignores. But what begins as a fight for survival soon leads to something much more: the birth of a new faith . . . and a startling vision of human destiny.
**About Black Lady Book Club**
We are here for Black women from everywhere. Meetings will take place via Zoom or in person at locations in NJ.
Join us for the Black Lady Book Club, a vibrant community celebrating the literary contributions of Black women and their diverse experiences. Each month, we’ll dive into novels, memoirs, and poetry that highlight our voices and stories. This space is dedicated to meaningful discussions, shared insights, and fostering connections among women who love to read and uplift each other.
