When the Reckoning Comes
When the Reckoning Comes
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Horror & SuspenseNorth Carolina • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In When the Reckoning Comes, a woman returns to her Southern hometown for a friend's wedding at a former plantation notorious for its violent history. As the past and present collide, eerie events force attendees to confront the racial and historical traumas tied to the location.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
9,416 ratings
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Review Roundup
When the Reckoning Comes by LaTanya McQueen is lauded for its haunting exploration of racial history and trauma through a compelling Gothic lens. The prose is praised for its atmospheric tension and depth. However, some critiques mention a slow narrative pace. Overall, the novel effectively intertwines past and present, offering a poignant social commentary.
Who Should Read When the Reckoning Comes?
A reader captivated by Southern Gothic narratives, racial tensions, and supernatural elements would enjoy When the Reckoning Comes by LaTanya McQueen. Fans of Beloved by Toni Morrison and The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett may find this haunting exploration of history and memory compelling.
9,416 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Horror & SuspenseNorth Carolina • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
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