"These are spiritual works that thrum with vitality, told in vigorous language that artfully folds together slangy vernacular with bursts of haunting poetry. If there's an heir to the legacy of August Wilson, the gifted McCraney may be on his way to claiming that title." -David Rooney, Variety The first collection by a major new writer of the American theater, these three interconnected plays are set in mythical San Pere, Louisiana, and loosely draw on West African myths. 'In the Red and Brown Water' tells the story of Oya, a track star who must make difficult choices on her journey to womanhood. 'The Brothers Size' dramatizes the struggle between brothers: Ogun, running his auto shop, and Oshoosi, returned from prison and back with trouble. In 'Marcus; Or the Secret of Sweet' a young man discovers his sexuality and true self, against the backdrop of an impending storm.