In the Heat of the Light

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Set against the backdrop of a scorching Atlanta summer, a group of Black teenagers grapples with the fallout from their impulsive act of defacing a Confederate monument. As they navigate personal conflicts and shifting loyalties, the pressure mounts, threatening their friendships and futures. Simultaneously, two FBI agents delve into the incident, each with their own hidden motives, complicating the investigation. The story explores themes of identity, community, and the consequences of rebellion in a racially charged environment.