Arguably, there is no greater controversy in history than Christopher Columbus. It seems like anyone with an ax to grind has an opinion of him. Many — especially the descendants of the indigenous people of the Caribbean — say he was a genocidal oppressor looking for gold who destroyed an entire population of Taínos. Darkness is historical fiction based on his first voyage. Did he transport slaves? Yes. Was he part of genocide? No. But read for yourself and make up your own mind.