LaTanya McQueen writes fiction that explores complex histories. Her novel, When the Reckoning Comes, is a ghost story set in a fictional town in rural Virginia.
When the Reckoning Comes
When the Reckoning Comes
Synopsis
A novel about a Black woman who returns to her hometown for a plantation wedding and the horror that ensues as she reconnects with the blood-soaked history of the land and the best friends she left behind.
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Characters
Jenaefa JacksonProtagonist
A Black woman who returns to her hometown for a plantation wedding, confronting the dark history of the land and her past relationships.
RobynSupporting
Jenaefa's best friend from childhood, whose wedding on a former plantation serves as the catalyst for the story's events.
JoshSupporting
Jenaefa's other best friend from childhood, who is also present at Robyn's wedding.
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Edition
When the Reckoning ComesUnknown, 2021Harper PerennialLanguage: EnglishISBN: 9780063035041
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Frequently asked questions
When the Reckoning comes book summary?
When the Reckoning Comes tells the story of Mira, a Black woman who returns to her childhood home in rural Virginia for a plantation wedding. The novel explores themes of racial injustice, historical trauma, and the lingering presence of the past.
Is when the reckoning comes scary?
The book contains elements of horror and explores the unsettling history of a plantation. It is designed to evoke a sense of dread and unease.
What is the book The Reckoning about?
The book When the Reckoning Comes by LaTanya McQueen is about a Black woman named Mira who attends a wedding at a former plantation. She confronts the site's violent history and the unresolved traumas it represents.