Brothers and Sisters
Brothers and Sisters by Bebe Moore Campbell, published by Putnam’s in 1994, is a first edition novel comprising 476 pages. Set against the backdrop of racially charged Los Angeles, the story centers on Esther Jackson, an African-American woman who has established a successful career at a downtown bank. The narrative explores the complexities of race and gender as Esther navigates her professional environment, particularly when a new senior vice-president’s actions lead to a conflict involving sexual harassment and racial tensions.
Readers will find a rich exploration of themes related to biography, city life, and the challenges faced by women in a tumultuous social landscape. As Esther grapples with her loyalties to both her friend and her community, the story delves into the impact of societal issues on personal relationships and aspirations. The novel invites reflection on the American dream and the realities that complicate it, making it a significant addition to the literary discourse on race and identity.
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Brothers and Sisters is set in the white-hot center of racially troubled Los Angeles, still healing from the deep scars of riot, violence, and suspicion. At the story’s heart is Esther Jackson, an African-American who has built a promising career at a downtown bank. When a black man is hired as a senior vice-president, Esther is heartened – until his interest in a white officer at the bank percolates into sexual harassment. Esther is forced to choose between commitment to the friend who is being harassed and loyalty to a person of her own race. When a looting of bank accounts creates suspicions along racial lines, Esther must rethink her life even further, and her vision of the American dream.
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