Deacon King Kong by James McBride

Deacon King Kong by James McBride
Hardcover | Pre-Owned | Like- New Condition
Genre: Historical Fiction | Literary Fiction | Mystery

From the National Book Award–winning author of The Good Lord Bird comes a brilliant, heartwarming, and deeply human novel set in 1969 Brooklyn.

When a fumbling, well-meaning church deacon known as “Sportcoat” walks into the courtyard of the Cause Houses housing project and shoots a local drug dealer in broad daylight, it sets off a chain of events that shakes the entire neighborhood. But what seems like a senseless act soon reveals a web of hidden histories, complicated lives, and unexpected acts of faith, love, and redemption.

Told with humor, compassion, and unforgettable characters, Deacon King Kong is a vivid portrait of a community under pressure—and the sometimes messy, miraculous ways people come together.

Perfect for fans of character-driven storytelling, historical detail, and literary fiction with heart and soul.