The Marsh Bird

The Marsh Bird by Anne Brooker James, published by Koehler Books on July 27, 2021, is a literary fiction work that spans 346 pages. This narrative centers on a young, orphaned, multiracial girl from Louisiana and a white teen abandoned as an infant, who is raised by a local fisherman. Set against the backdrop of a rural Gullah Geechee sea island community, the story intertwines elements of murder, mystery, and magic, exploring the complexities of identity and belonging.

Readers will find a rich tapestry of themes as the characters navigate their lives among the descendants of those once enslaved in the lush marshes of the Lowcountry coast of South Carolina and Georgia. The Marsh Bird presents a poignant love story and a tale of survival, emphasizing the importance of love and care in forming familial bonds. This edition offers a deep dive into the experiences of its characters, inviting readers to reflect on the nature of family and community.