This was a difficult read at times, but so good. It combines historical fiction and horror so well. There's already horror in the themes it explores, the added paranormal elements just complement that and add to it. This is set in Florida during Jim Crow, and it offers a glimpse into what Black people have endured in the U.S.; racism, violence, abuse, segregation, dehumanization, and on and on it goes. This story was heartbreaking, but also moving. It's full of love, friendship, strength, and survival. My only issue is that the pacing was super slow at times, at least for my taste, and it felt like one of the POVs could've been reduced without affecting the overall plot and impact of the story, but that's just me. Other than that, this was great.