The Prophets

Set on the Halifax plantation, Robert Jones Jr's debut novel explores the enduring bond of love between two enslaved men, Samuel and Isaiah, who find solace and connection in a secluded barn. As suspicion and betrayal threaten their safety, the story delves into themes of love, silence, and resilience amidst brutality and oppression. With powerful prose, the novel reveals the profound humanity of its characters and the eventual reckoning on the plantation.