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A Killing in This Town
Ernest J. · 2007 · Winner
Award History
| Award | Year | Status | Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ernest J. Gaines Award for Literary Excellence | 2007 | Winner |
About This Book
Set in a small Southern town, this novel follows the aftermath of a lynching through the eyes of a young boy, exploring how racial violence scars an entire community. Winner of the inaugural Ernest J. Gaines Award for Literary Excellence in 2007.
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