Description
In a reimagining of H.P. Lovecraft's "The Horror at Red Hook," Victor LaValle plunges readers into the gritty streets of 1920s New York, where Charles Thomas Tester, a young Black man, navigates a world rife with prejudice and burgeoning supernatural forces. When Tommy is tasked with delivering a mysterious, occult book to a reclusive sorceress, he inadvertently unlocks a hidden dimension of terrifying magic and draws the attention of ancient, malevolent entities. This novella masterfully explores themes of race, class, and the corrupting influence of power, all while weaving a chilling narrative that questions the very nature of monstrosity and belonging. LaValle's powerful prose and keen social commentary transform a classic cosmic horror tale into a resonant and deeply human story of survival and identity.
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paperback
Tor
Published Jan 1, 2016
160 pages
ISBN: 9780765387868
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Details
First Published
2016
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Ballad of Black Tom by Victor LaValle.