Contemporary Fiction
2018
An American Marriage
by Tayari Jones
A newlywed couple's life is torn apart when the husband is arrested for a crime he didn't commit. The novel explores the devastating effects of wrongful incarceration on a relationship and the complexities of love, loyalty, and race.
Discussion Questions
- How does the novel explore the theme of the American Dream and its accessibility to Black Americans?
- Discuss the different ways that Roy and Celestial's families react to his incarceration.
- How does the ending challenge or reinforce traditional ideas about love, marriage, and forgiveness?