The Turnaround

Set against the backdrop of a scorching summer day in 1972, The Turnaround explores the lasting impact of a fateful encounter on three teenagers, whose lives are forever changed. Thirty-five years later, one survivor seeks connection while another, recently released from prison, grapples with the need for redemption. Spanning from the vibrant streets of 1970s Washington, D.C., to contemporary settings like Walter Reed Army Medical Hospital, George Pelecanos weaves a poignant narrative about familial bonds, loss, and the quest for salvation.