Some stories entertain us. And then there are stories that ask us to bear witness.
For June, TBGR Book Club is reading We Don’t Talk About Carol by Kristen L. Berry, a powerful debut novel that explores family secrets, generational silence, missing Black girls, motherhood, and the lengths we go to protect the people we love.
When Sydney Singleton discovers a photograph of an aunt she never knew existed, she begins pulling at a thread her family has spent decades trying to hide. What follows is a deeply emotional journey into the disappearance of six Black girls, a family’s buried history, and the truths that refuse to stay hidden.
At TBGR, we often say that reading is more than a hobby, it’s a pathway to healing, understanding, and liberation. We Don’t Talk About Carol embodies all three.
This is a story about what happens when silence becomes inheritance. It is a story about Black women carrying grief, memory, and unanswered questions. It is a story about reclaiming voices that were never meant to be forgotten.
Throughout June, we’ll be exploring themes of:
- Generational trauma and family secrets
- Missing Black girls and societal neglect
- Motherhood and legacy
- Community memory and justice
- Truth-telling as a form of healing
- The power of speaking what has been silenced
Whether you’re joining us for the first time or you’ve been part of our community for years, we invite you to read alongside us as we uncover the layers of this unforgettable novel.
Trigger Warnings / Content Notes
Readers should be aware that this novel contains themes and discussions related to:
- Missing Black girls and missing persons cases
- Murder and violence
- Generational trauma
- Racism and systemic injustice
- Mental health struggles
- Infertility and IVF
- Alcoholism
- Domestic and family abuse
- Grief and loss
- Childhood trauma
Please read with care and prioritize your well-being.
Join the Conversation
At TBGR, we believe stories become even more powerful when shared in community.
Grab your copy, start reading, and prepare for a month of thoughtful discussion, reflection, and connection.
Because sometimes the stories we don’t talk about are the very ones we need most.
- honest, thoughtful conversation
- moments of reflection and quiet truth
- laughter, connection, and care
When: Thursday, June 25 at 7 pm Eastern
Bring:
- your book
- a warm drink
- your full self
Come read with us
If you’ve been needing a softer space… this is it.
A place to slow down.
A place to feel.
A place to be in community.
