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Ring Shout

P. Djèlí Clark

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Nebula, Locus, and Alex Award-winner P. Djèlí Clark returns with Ring Shout, a dark fantasy historical novella that gives a supernatural twist to the Ku Klux Klan's reign of terror

“A fantastical, brutal and thrilling triumph of the imagination...Clark’s combination of historical and political reimagining is cathartic, exhilarating and fresh.” —The New York Times

Named a Best of the Year Pick by NPR | Library Journal | Book Riot | LitReactor | Bustle | Polygon | Washington Post

IN AMERICA, DEMONS WEAR WHITE HOODS.

In 1915, The Birth of a Nation cast a spell across America, swelling the Klan's ranks and drinking deep from the darkest thoughts of white folk. All across the nation they ride, spreading fear and violence among the vulnerable. They plan to bring Hell to Earth. But even Ku Kluxes can die.

Standing in their way is Maryse Boudreaux and her fellow resistance fighters, a foul-mouthed sharpshooter and a Harlem Hellfighter. Armed with blade, bullet, and bomb, they hunt their hunters and send the Klan's demons straight to Hell. But something awful's brewing in Macon, and the war on Hell is about to heat up.

Can Maryse stop the Klan before it ends the world?

A New York Times Editor's Choice Pick!

A Nebula and Locus Award Winner!

A finalist for the Hugo Award, World Fantasy Award, Ignyte Award, Goodreads Choice Award, Shirley Jackson Award, AAMBC Literary Award, British Fantasy Award, Hurston/Wright Foundation Legacy Award, and the SIBA Award.

At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

AdultFictionHorrorFantasyScience Fiction
Pages
168
First published
October 13, 2020
Language
English
Edition
Ebook

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Reviews

  • Started February 19, 2026 · Finished February 21, 2026

    This was a very well-done blend of historical fiction, fantasy, sci-fi, and horror all wrapped into one twisted little novella. I loved its commentary on hate and the ways it grows. The descriptions of the Ku Kluxes were visceral and disturbing. And as always, I enjoy a strong protagonist and a quirky cast of side characters. This was a solid read.

  • Started January 6, 2026 · Finished January 8, 2026

  • darkadventurousFast-paced

    Started October 1, 2026 · Finished October 2, 2026