IR VERDICT:
There is a house in Mamaroneck, NY that stands out for two reasons: it was built out of scrap in the 1920s by an African American carpenter; and it’s only 10-feet wide. Julie Seely’s grandfather was that builder, and she explores his feats and family legacy in SKINNY HOUSE, a story rich in historical detail with a timely core story about racial tensions, perseverance, and the value of family.