The Vanishing Half: Book Summary & Analysis

Book summary by Loudly, this is an abridged version of the original title. In a small Southern Black community, twin sisters grow up inseparable—until they choose to live vastly different lives. One sister remains in their hometown, while the other reinvents herself, passing as a white woman and hiding her past even from her own family. As the years pass, their daughters’ paths cross, forcing both sisters to confront their secrets and the choices that shaped their lives. A powerful exploration of identity, race, family, and belonging, this novel weaves together multiple generations in a poignant, thought-provoking narrative.

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Release date

Audiobook: 28 February 2025