Her Daughters is a collection of stories exploring the author's family history throughout several generations. Through the female gaze, the hardships, triumphs and emotional toll of being a black woman in California are emotionally investigated. The stories are written and read almost like fiction with fully formed stories and interesting characters. Though each of the stories focuses on a different family member, the connections of each woman to one another are clear and are sometimes part of one another's stories. I enjoyed reading about their relationships, advice and how they navigated a world that is not always kind to black women. I especially enjoyed seeing them excel through college and family relationships. I could feel the strong sense of community that was built, extending not only to blood relations, but beyond. As the stories continued into the present day, I was intrigued by the feelings of belonging and feelings of blackness in certain spaces and appreciated the perspective. Overall, a strong, heartfelt collection of stories that emphasizes family, strength over adversity and connection.
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