In the heart of a divided America, where the sinister thrum of hatred has been given form and power, "Ring Shout" by P. Djèlí Clark unfolds a riveting tale of darkness, resilience, and the fight for soul-deep freedom. In a world where the Ku Klux Klan are not just men but monsters fueled by the most vile of human thoughts, the nation is on the brink of being consumed by an unspeakable evil. Amidst this turmoil stands Maryse Boudreaux, a fierce and determined warrior wielding a magical sword, her spirit as unbreakable as her blade. With her companions—a sharp-tongued sniper and a battle-hardened Harlem Hellfighter—Maryse embarks on a perilous crusade to thwart the Klan's demonic agenda. Clark masterfully blends historical fiction with dark fantasy, creating an electrifying narrative that not only confronts the horrors of racism but celebrates the power of community and the unyielding courage of those who dare to fight back. As Maryse and her allies navigate a landscape marred by violence and fear, they uncover a plot that threatens to unleash Hell itself upon the world. With the stakes higher than ever, the battle against the Klan's demons becomes not just a fight for survival, but a desperate struggle to preserve the very essence of humanity. "Ring Shout" is a testament to the enduring light that can emerge from the heart of darkness, a captivating ode to the indomitable spirit of resistance.