In a graceful and simplistic, yet deceptive, writing style, Caribbean author Jamaica Kincaid examines and scrutinizes the [white middle class] American way of life in LUCY. This novel is 164 pages of pure social commentary, Whether it be of America or of Kincaid's native Antigua. Throughout her work, Kincaid Confronts challenging issues related to mother-daughter relationships, marriage, puberty and sexuality, and love. This book what meant to be talked about.
