NBC News' Morgan Radford reveals inspiration behind debut novel

Book Overview - The book is a novel inspired by the author's experiences growing up in North Carolina with a family history rooted in Jamaica and Cuba [3][5] - The story centers on a black Cuban girl from North Carolina who attends Harvard and her relationship with a British Indian student, intertwined with her mother's experiences during the Cuban Revolution [5] - The novel explores themes of identity, home, and connection, questioning societal categories and encouraging exploration of personal history and potential [4][10] Author's Inspiration and Process - The author drew inspiration from her family history, including her great-grandmother's migration from Jamaica to Cuba and eventually to the United States [6] - The author wrote the book over a period of time, dedicating 3 hours each night and writing during travel and work assignments [8] - The author emphasizes the use of fiction to explore truth, history, and understanding [9] Publication Details - The debut novel is scheduled for release on May 12th of the following year [11] - The book will be available in both English and Spanish [11] - The book will be available for purchase wherever books are sold [12]