Sula by Toni Morrison

I loved this.  It is a beautifully written story about two young girls growing up in a small black community in the hills of rural America.  The writing is really enjoyable to read – it is thought provoking without being overly complex or pretentious, and is often deceptively simple.  The plot focuses on one of the girls' return from cosmopolitan travels around the US and how that affects her position within the community.  I would definitely recommend this very worthwhile read.