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A review by lit_vibrations
Time's Undoing by Cheryl A. Head
5.0
What length will someone one go to uncover the truth? That’s what I thought about after reading Time’s Undoing. This was such an extraordinary novel I literally enjoyed every moment of reading this book. When I say I want to read historical fiction this book is the perfect example of that. The type of mood it creates was so masterful and the mystery and suspense behind uncovering the truth about Meghan’s grandfather had me on edge. It was also the perfect blend between the 1920’s and present day. Once I found out the author based some of the book off her family history I was immersed even deeper into the story.
This heartbreaking story will take you back into a world where tragedy strikes and those who vowed to uphold the law attempt to cover up the truth. Inspired by true events the novel follows Meghan McKenzie a young Black reporter who searches for answers in the unsolved murder of her great-grandfather Robert Lee Harrington in segregated Birmingham, Alabama, back in the 1920’s. It unfolds between alternating timelines of the past and present by both Meghan and her grandfather Robert.
The authors vivid depiction of the past and her similarities to police brutality and corruption in the judicial system shows that these are issues African Americans still face today. I felt so many emotions while reading this book I was upset even a little heartbroken at one point.
Overall this book was nothing short of amazing for me. The believable details, great pacing, and the way the characters background stories are gradually revealed keeps the reading going. Although the novel centers around such a tragic event knowing the truth will be uncovered by the end gives a degree of hope. Special thanks to the author, @duttonbooks, & @netgalley for my advanced copy!!!!
This heartbreaking story will take you back into a world where tragedy strikes and those who vowed to uphold the law attempt to cover up the truth. Inspired by true events the novel follows Meghan McKenzie a young Black reporter who searches for answers in the unsolved murder of her great-grandfather Robert Lee Harrington in segregated Birmingham, Alabama, back in the 1920’s. It unfolds between alternating timelines of the past and present by both Meghan and her grandfather Robert.
The authors vivid depiction of the past and her similarities to police brutality and corruption in the judicial system shows that these are issues African Americans still face today. I felt so many emotions while reading this book I was upset even a little heartbroken at one point.
Overall this book was nothing short of amazing for me. The believable details, great pacing, and the way the characters background stories are gradually revealed keeps the reading going. Although the novel centers around such a tragic event knowing the truth will be uncovered by the end gives a degree of hope. Special thanks to the author, @duttonbooks, & @netgalley for my advanced copy!!!!