Juneteenth

In Juneteenth, the long-awaited second novel from the acclaimed author of Invisible Man, a dying Senator Adam Sunraider confronts his past by engaging with Daddy Hickman, the itinerate preacher who raised him. Once known as Bliss, he navigates a rich tapestry of experiences from joyful boyhood in the South to ambitious filmmaking, all while grappling with the mystery of his transformation into a man who sacrificed his roots for his ambitions. This masterfully crafted tale captures the essence of American vernacular and resonates with the rhythms of jazz, gospel, and everyday speech.