A Picture of Freedom: The Diary of Clotee, a Slave Girl, Belmont Plantation, Virginia 1859 (Dear America)

Using Clotee’s perspective makes the historical hardships feel personal and immediate. I'm curious about her creative process behind choosing this format.

Her hopes felt so genuine and heartbreaking at times. I wonder if others found themselves rooting for her like I did.

The story feels so authentic — I’d love to know how much research went into capturing the details and atmosphere of that time.