Ruff, Matt

"A chimerical blend of magic, power, hope, and freedom that stretches across time, touching diverse members of two black families, [this book] is a ... kaleidoscopic portrait of racism--the terrifying specter that continues to haunt us today"--Page 4 of cover.

Jane Charlotte, arrested for murder, is referred to a psychiatrist who tries to figure out what is really going on after Jane explains that as a member of a secret group devoted to fighting evil, she is responsible for getting rid of irredeemable persons--otherwise known as "Bad Monkeys.".

Stephen Titus George finds himself the main player in a story that began over a century ago.

Andy Gage, the public face of a multiple personality, nearly loses control of the imaginary house within his head when he is approached by coworker Penny Driver, also a multiple personality, who wants help in coming to grips with her chaotic condition.

Jane Charlotte, arrested for murder, is referred to a psychiatrist who tries to figure out what is really going on after Jane explains that as a member of a secret group devoted to fighting evil, she is responsible for getting rid of irredeemable persons--otherwise known as "Bad Monkeys.".