"There Used to Be People Here" by Kennedy Cole. My rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Published in 2026.

Book description: In 1970s Mississippi, a Black detective and his temporary partner are assigned to a case that shifts from murder to paranormal conspiracy with life-altering repercussions. Samuel Barkley is Wenton's only Black detective. Assigned to the case, Samuel's one goal is to keep his head down with eyes on moving up in the police ranks. But it's not easy with Harvey, a new, temporary partner who Samuel can't seem to like...or hate.

This book also involves paranormal conspiracy. I did enjoy it, though it isn't my usual sort of read.

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