"Kindred" by Octavia Butler does not have traditional "chapters" in the way that some novels do; instead, it is divided into five distinct sections or "episodes" that correspond to key events in the protagonist's time travel experience. The main narrative revolves around Dana, an African American woman from 1976 Los Angeles, who finds herself repeatedly transported back to the antebellum South. Each section of the book explores themes of slavery, identity, and the complexities of history.
The primary focus of the story is on Dana's encounters with her ancestors, particularly her white ancestor Rufus Weylin, and the moral and ethical dilemmas she faces in her attempts to survive and understand her heritage. If you are interested in a specific part or theme within the book, please let me know!