Ebby Freeman, the only surviving daughter from an affluent Black family in Connecticut is no stranger to tragedy. Her family is haunted by the unsolved murder of her brother Baz in childhood, and simultaneous loss of a deeply significant family heirloom. As Ebby’s life is thrown off-kilter again in adulthood, she finds herself searching for answers about her life and her family’s history. Jumping across perspectives and centuries, Good Dirt explores the history of slavery and emancipation in the United States, and how our family history can drive our actions without us ever realizing.
Perfect for readers who enjoy both contemporary & historical fiction! I felt that the different threads of the story were seamlessly integrated together to create a cohesive, compelling narrative about the significance of family, history, and knowledge.