Literary Fiction
Birds of Opulence
2016·216 pages
A lyrical multigenerational tale of love, loss, and madness among women in a southern Black township.
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A lyrical multigenerational tale of love, loss, and madness among women in a southern Black township.
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Crystal Wilkinson's partner, the poet and visual artist Ron Davis, designed the African Sankofa bird which ties back to the African heritage of the women and memories. Author Wiley Cash chose "The Birds of Opulence" to be the September selection in his new online Open Canon Book Club
What's Inside
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Romance & sex
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Brief mentions of sexual themes; not explicit or central. Rape affecting a young character, with emotional aftermath.
Violence & gore
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Minor references to violence; no graphic depictions noted.
Profanity
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Substance use
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LGBTQ+ Rep.
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Religious content
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Minor cultural references to community traditions like Dinner on the Grounds.
Magic & witchcraft
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Occult / demonology
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Political content
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Subtle themes of racial and cultural heritage in a southern Black township.
Self-harm / suicide
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Abuse & suffering
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Themes of mental illness, family secrets, and societal judgment recurring. Rape affecting a young character, with emotional aftermath.
Other
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