Deacon King Kong (Oprah's Book Club): A Novel

Deacon King Kong is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores the lives of the residents in a Brooklyn housing project in 1969.

With a unique blend of humor, compassion, and insight, James McBride brings to life the characters affected by a shocking act of violence: the shooting of a drug dealer by a fumbling church deacon.

As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that the lives of these characters intersect in unexpected ways, revealing secrets and truths that will change them forever.

With a focus on hope, love, and redemption, Deacon King Kong is a moving and unforgettable read that will stay with you long after you finish the last page.