The Devil Three Times is an audacious and richly imagined debut that spans eight generations of a Black family in West Tennessee, blending history, spirituality, and the supernatural. Anchored by a chilling bargain between Yetunde, a woman aboard a slave ship, and the Devil himself, the novel traces the ripple effects of their pact through the lives of her descendants.

Each character’s story is deeply human, even as it wrestles with divine forces, creating a tapestry of resilience, sacrifice, and generational trauma. The Devil’s attempts at redemption, juxtaposed with the trials of Yetunde’s descendants, offer a compelling meditation on morality and salvation.

Steeped in the oral traditions of the Black diaspora, the narrative shines in its ability to blend folklore with hard historical truths. A bold and searing exploration of legacy, identity, and spiritual warfare, The Devil Three Times heralds a powerful new voice in contemporary fiction.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Little, Brown and Company for the opportunity to read and review The Devil Three Times prior to publication.