Black Ice: A Memoir
Black Ice: A Memoir
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1992
Book Brief
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
New Hampshire • 1970s-1980s
1992
Adult
18+ years
880L
Super Short Summary
Black Ice: A Memoir by Lorene Cary is an autobiographical account of a young Black woman’s experiences at a predominantly white, elite boarding school in New Hampshire. Cary explores challenges of racial identity, cultural adaptation, and personal growth during her transformative journey at the institution.
Informative
Challenging
Inspirational
Emotional
Hopeful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Lorene Cary's Black Ice: A Memoir is lauded for its poignant exploration of race, identity, and resilience. Reviewers praise its eloquent prose and honest portrayal of Cary's experiences at a prestigious boarding school. However, some feel the narrative occasionally lacks depth in certain character explorations. Overall, it's a powerful and insightful memoir.
Who Should Read Black Ice: A Memoir?
A reader who appreciates The Color of Water by James McBride and I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou would enjoy Black Ice: A Memoir. Those interested in narratives exploring race, identity, and resilience in prestigious educational settings are the ideal audience.
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
New Hampshire • 1970s-1980s
1992
Adult
18+ years
880L
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