Passing

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The story revolves around Irene Redfield, who receives a letter from her old friend Clare Kendry, who has embraced a white identity by crossing the racial divide. Clare expresses her feelings of isolation in her new life and desires to reconnect with Irene. This invitation stirs conflicting emotions in Irene, leading her to accept, which ultimately triggers Clare's introspection and sense of loss regarding her past. The narrative explores themes of identity, race, and the complexities of friendship.