Afia Atakora's *Conjure Women*: A Sweeping Story of Mothers, Daughters & Healing

Conjure Women by Afia Atakora

A mesmerizing debut novel spanning generations, Conjure Women weaves a tale of three unforgettable women in the American South before and after the Civil War. Miss May Belle, a wise healer; her daughter Rue, a reluctant midwife; and Varina, their master's daughter, share secrets and bonds that culminate with the birth of a mysterious child, igniting fear in their community.