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Death Valley

Melissa Broder
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Death Valley

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

Book Brief

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Melissa Broder

Death Valley

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Death Valley • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Death Valley by Melissa Broder, a person embarks on a journey through the desert, confronting isolation and inner turmoil. Against the backdrop of the harsh, surreal landscape, they navigate personal and existential trials, revealing the depths of human resilience and introspection.

Reviews & Readership

3.5

20,104 ratings

51%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Melissa Broder's Death Valley explores grief, healing, and self-discovery through a surreal and evocative narrative. Positively noted for its lyrical prose and dark humor, it captivates with its visceral imagery. Conversely, some critics find the narrative disjointed and its existential themes overly heavy. Overall, it's a unique and impactful read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Death Valley?

Readers who enjoy Melissa Broder's Death Valley are likely drawn to introspective, surreal, and darkly humorous narratives. Fans of Ottessa Moshfegh's My Year of Rest and Relaxation or Jenny Offill's Weather will appreciate Broder's unique blend of existential contemplation and wit.

3.5

20,104 ratings

51%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Death Valley • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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