Victor D. LaValle writes stories that blend horror, dark fantasy, and literary fiction. He is the author of Big Machine and The Ballad of Black Tom, and has contributed to the Tor.com Collection and Lit Riffs. His work often reimagines classic myths and monsters for a modern audience.
The Ballad of Black Tom
The Ballad of Black Tom
Synopsis
In 1920s New York, Charles Thomas Tester, a young Black man, finds himself drawn into a world of ancient, unspeakable horrors. When a seemingly simple errand leads to a terrifying discovery, Tom must navigate a city where cosmic dread lurks beneath the surface. This story reimagines a classic tale through a vital new lens, exploring the true monsters of society and beyond.
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The Ballad of Black TomUnknown, Feb
154 pages
Tor.comLanguage: EnglishISBN: 97807653866185 editions available
