M R Johnson

Gray Area M R Johnson

In this book, Johnson provides and open and honest account of the challenges of growing up as a biracial child in a world that seemed intent on the black-white dichotomy. From struggles with hair to trying to fit in and the unmet need for role models of a similar make up, she takes the reader on her journey through racism, self doubt, the search for an identity, and finally self acceptance and a fierce pride in herself and her linage. This book is a must read for anyone who has ever struggled with mixed ancestry or that loves or knows someone that is or has.