When the Reckoning Comes

LaTanya McQueen's When The Reckoning Comes is a haunting novel that explores the lingering shadows of a dark past as a woman returns to her hometown for a plantation wedding. Amidst the luxurious yet eerie setting, the story unveils the town’s oppressive history and the unresolved ties between friends, prompting the characters to confront their history and face the consequences. With a narrative that is both unsettling and thought-provoking, the novel delves into themes of memory, race, and reconciliation.