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An American Marriage

A Novel

by Tayari Jones · 2018 · 308 pages

Oprah Winfrey
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About This Book

Newlyweds Celestial and Roy are the embodiment of the American Dream in the New South until Roy is wrongfully convicted and sentenced to twelve years in prison. As Roy’s time passes, their marriage is tested by distance, isolation, and a growing connection between Celestial and a childhood friend. The story explores the personal consequences of a flawed justice system on love, loyalty, and family.

Book Details

Published

2018

Pages

308

Language

en

ISBN

9781616201340

Awards & Recognition

Women's Prize for Fiction (2019)Aspen Words Literary Prize (2018)NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work (2019)

Audiobook Available

8h 59m
Narrated by Sean Crisden and Eisa Davis

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