‘The Wilderness’ centers often-overlooked joys and struggles of Black millennial women

10/11/2025 21 min

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In Angela Flournoy's new novel, "The Wilderness," four friends navigate pivotal life passages through their decades-long relationships – their bonds both sustained and tested against the backdrop of modern social and cultural events. Flournoy’s intimate storytelling adds dimension to the story of these female friendships. “The Wilderness” is our November selection for Bookmarked: The "Under the Radar" Book Club.

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