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If reading more books is part of your new year's resolution, then you should definitely read the first published science fiction book by an African American author Kindred. The author of Kindred, Octavia E. Butler, is a renowned author because of her success in creating capturing and memorable books that highlight the truths in our society. The alternate worlds Butler forges reveal clear reflections of ourselves so we can see all our faults and all the faults in our society. Kindred is a compelling narrative told by Dana, an African American woman, that entwines both history and fantasy. Dana is married to a white man, Kevin, and they live in California together in 1976. They both moved into their new home on her 26th birthday and while most people get a cake or birthday dinner, Dana got an unexpected surprise. She found herself over a century back in time in antebellum Maryland. Dana saved her red-haired, white ancestor, Rufus while he was drowning as a young boy in a river. It wasn’t until soon after she saved Rufus, she had a rifle drawn to her face. This caused her to suddenly appear back in her home in 1976. Throughout the novel, Dana has to learn to live with this new burden where she travels unexpectedly to the past to save her ancestor. However, it seems almost impossible to save him as she has to put herself at risk every time he needs her. While she would like to stay in the present with her husband, she has to make sure Rufus stays alive to birth one of her great-grandmothers. The book makes you think of the effects of slavery that have bled and stained society today. Butler specifically has Dana come from the past to the present to show the parallels between slavery and racist stereotypes that exist today. It is important to see how history doesn’t seem too far or insignificant especially now with movements like the #BlackLivesMatter. While slavery may have seen a long time ago, it's remnants are strong forces that shape modern politics and social constructs.