Tired of the brutality forced upon them by Southern whites, a group of African Americans in Depression-era Arkansas form a secret society known as "The Circle" whose members vow to fight back against racist oppression with unity and bravery. Using clever tactics and a mysterious helper, the group quietly begins to turn the tables on Colored Town's abusers. The success of their endeavors is a moving testament to the power of educated activism and the strength of taking a unified stand.

"Circle of Stone offers us a story covering some years that have not been covered enough-1900 to 1940. This is a story that has characters so richly carved and compelling that you will never forget them. This is a tale with stories within stories-with so many twists and surprises that it will keep you turning the pages well into the night. Circle of Stone's characters glow with such raw courage, determination and even brilliance, that you'll find yourself crying, laughing, and cheering your head off!"-Margaret T. Burroughs, Founder DuSable Museum of African American History --Book Jacket.