Harriet Tubman: Live in Concert is a standalone speculative fiction novel by Bob The Drag Queen. Released 25th March 2025 by Simon & Schuster on their Gallery Books imprint, it's 240 pages and is available in hardcover, audio, and ebook formats. Paperback due out in 2nd quarter 2026 from the same publisher. It's worth noting that the ebook format has a handy interactive table of contents as well as interactive links throughout.
This is a splendidly written gut-punch of a story. Inexplicably, historical personages are coming back to life, and Harriet Tubman, in all her badass unapologetic glory, would like a word. She figures Hamilton (the musical) was an effective storytelling device, so she connects with a songwriter/producer to tell her own story.
There are so many layers of nuance: from generational trauma, real and intentionally hidden history, growth (it sounds so cliched but the author does a masterful job, truly), acceptance, respect, and it's done with humor and finesse.
Content warnings for homophobia, kidnapping, slavery (well, duh), civil war, violence, cancer, racism (again, obviously), and smoking.
Excellent (exceptional) storytelling, important messages, and a satisfying story arc.
Four stars, it would be a great choice for public library acquisition, book club study, or buddy read. Excellent book, well done.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
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