In "The Diversity Paradox," authors Jennifer Lee and Frank D. Bean delve into the heart of America's racial dynamics, exploring how the influx of immigrants from Asia and Latin America in recent decades has transformed the nation into a mosaic of diversity. With a keen analytical eye, they pose critical questions about the future of racial integration and identity in the U.S., pondering whether new immigrants will follow the path of European newcomers before them or face a racialization similar to that of African Americans. Through a rigorous combination of population-based analyses and in-depth interviews, Lee and Bean uncover patterns of intermarriage and multiracial identification that challenge traditional notions of race, revealing a complex tapestry of identity that transcends rigid racial categories. At the core of their exploration is an examination of the persisting black/white color line and its implications for social and economic mobility in an increasingly diverse society. The authors reveal that while Asians and Latinos may navigate and renegotiate their racial identities with relative fluidity, African Americans continue to encounter systemic barriers that curtail their options for identity and limit their opportunities for intermarriage. "The Diversity Paradox" not only sheds light on the evolving landscape of American racial identity but also prompts a deeper reflection on the meaning of race and integration in a country at a crossroads. Through compelling evidence and insightful analysis, Lee and Bean offer a nuanced perspective on the challenges and possibilities that lie ahead as America grapples with its new diversity.