White women, black men Book

Really great book that details the lives and struggles of white women and African American men who engaged in sexual relationships. She details the stories of three separate couples; beginning in the 17th century and spanning through the years after Reconstruction. I had to read this for class but found it to be incredibly interesting. The hardships and cruelty that not only African American men faced, as well as poor white women, were horrendous. Great book for those interested in the time period of 19th century and the way in which Interrational relationships were looked at among whites in America.