Southern Blood (book)

Southern Blood is a 2003 historical fiction novel by Shirley Ann Grau. The novel explores themes of race, class, and family legacy through the interwoven lives of multiple generations in a Southern family, primarily focusing on the story of Eleanor Veeder, a woman of mixed race who grapples with her identity and the secrets of her family's past. The narrative spans from the antebellum South to the modern era, depicting the complexities and contradictions of Southern society. The story features intertwined relationships, forbidden love, and the lasting effects of slavery and racial prejudice. The novel examines the weight of history and its enduring influence on the present.