The Reckoning

A compelling contemporary novel follows 12-year-old aspiring filmmaker Lamar as he navigates his small town in Louisiana and learns about Black history and activism through his grandfather's stories. When tragedy strikes his family in a racially motivated act of violence, Lamar becomes motivated to seek justice by documenting the fight against injustice. This powerful story highlights themes of racial awareness, activism, and the importance of recording truth, inspiring young readers to understand and confront racial issues.