13th June, 2026 in Recommended Reads

Ghost Gun by cc ECK

“It’s a combination of earned wealth and inherited wealth that keeps compounding, building momentum, accumulating prestige and legitimacy the farther it’s removed from its original sin.” This poignant line from cc ECK’s novel, Ghost Gun, captures the central tension of the novel. Through the eyes of the central young narrator, ECK delivers an ambitious story that forces readers to look at how wealth can shield a family from their own history until it suddenly can’t. As a biracial family journeys through the South, shifting perspectives reveal how history shapes identity and family relationships. The novel balances intimate family moments with broader reflections on society, making Ghost Gun both an engaging family story and a thoughtful examination of the legacies people inherit.