All the Sinners Bleed A Novel By S. A. Cosby (2023)

In "All the Sinners Bleed" by S. A. Cosby, Titus Crown, the first Black sheriff of Charon County, Virginia, finds himself confronting the dark underbelly of his quiet hometown. When a school teacher is murdered by a former student and subsequently shot by Titus's deputies, he is drawn into a web of terrible crimes and a chilling revelation: a serial killer has been lurking in Charon, hiding in plain sight.

As Titus delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers unsettling connections to a local church and the town's troubled history. Battling his own painful secrets from the past, Titus must navigate the complexities of faith, violence, and racial tensions while facing off against a far-right group intent on celebrating the town's Confederate heritage.

Set against the backdrop of Charon's rustic landscape, "All the Sinners Bleed" explores themes of identity, justice, and the enduring struggle between good and evil. With its powerful narrative and unforgettable characters, this novel solidifies S. A. Cosby's reputation as a formidable voice in American crime fiction.