Riot Baby is a deep dive into the systemic racism that has plagued this country for centuries, and what will continue to get worse if intervention does not occur.  I loved the historical story line starting with the LA riots in response to Rodney King beating.  This story touches on so much.  It was written beautifully from 2 POVs.  I almost cried hearing about the incarceration parts, due to knowing someone that has braved this system several times. The sci-fi/fantastical parts were utilized very well to tell this story in many time frames.  Fantastic story that packs so much in such a short book.