Song Yet Sung

In Song Yet Sung, acclaimed author James McBride weaves a gripping narrative set in the pre-Civil War era, following the harrowing escape of runaway slave Liz Spocott as she navigates the treacherous swamps of Maryland's eastern shore. Armed with "the Code," a clandestine method of communication for fugitives, Liz's journey becomes a tapestry of violence, hope, and redemption that impacts those around her, including slave catchers and free blacks. Rich in historical detail and conveyed through McBride's signature lyrical style, this tale explores themes of triumph, difficult choices, and the power of unexpected kindness.