The House Behind the Cedars

Author: Chesnutt, Charles W. (Charles Waddell)

Synopsis:

In the small town of Patesville, a young African-American man named John Warwick falls in love with a beautiful woman named Rena Walden. However, their love is challenged by the racial prejudices of the time, forcing them to make difficult choices that will forever change their lives. As secrets are revealed and identities are questioned, the characters must navigate the complexities of race, identity, and societal expectations in a world that refuses to see beyond the color of their skin.

Genres: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance

Themes: Racial identity, Love and sacrifice, Social inequality

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