{"product_id":"9781529924886-secondhand-deacon-king-kong","title":"Deacon King Kong","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook: Good                          \u003cbr\u003eJacket: No dust jacket\u003cbr\u003ePages: Good                  \u003cbr\u003eMarkings: No markings\u003cbr\u003eCondition remarks: Condition as shown in image\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJames McBride’s Deacon King Kong presents a vibrant, comedic, and poignant narrative set in 1969 South Brooklyn. This novel chronicles the aftermath of a church deacon’s ill-fated decision to shoot a drug dealer, unraveling a tapestry of interconnected lives within the Cause Houses projects. The story masterfully blends humor with profound observations on race, faith, and community, illustrating the resilience and complexities of its unforgettable characters. McBride’s prose is rich with wit and humanity, drawing readers into a world where even the most flawed individuals possess surprising depths. It ultimately argues for the enduring power of connection and forgiveness amidst chaos in shaping human experience in the face of adversity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48750408532187,"sku":"9781529924886-SECONDHAND","price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/cd43ac17-8c7f-4525-8b8b-bde3289dfab0.png?v=1778096578","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/9781529924886-secondhand-deacon-king-kong","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}