Betty Before X

I loved seeing a different side of Betty Shabazz, but I wonder what motivated the author to explore her early years specifically. Did this period influence her later activism?

Her childhood struggles and dreams felt very relatable at times. I'm curious if readers from different backgrounds felt the same sense of hope or challenge.

The story balances important events with everyday moments, but I wonder how the author chose what to highlight and what to leave out to shape her story.