Plot Summary

Kill Hole

Jamake Highwater
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Kill Hole

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1973

Book Brief

Jamake Highwater

Kill Hole

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1973
Book Details
Pages

214

Format

Novel • Fiction

Publication Year

1973

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Kill Hole by Jamake Highwater follows Sitko Ghost Horse, previously known as Seymour Miller, as he struggles to prove his Native American heritage in the wake of ritualistic violence and an earth-shattering pandemic. Amidst the chaos, Sitko loses his freedom and love, embarks on a desert journey, and faces judgment from a suspicious tribe, questioning whether his self-identity can withstand societal scrutiny. The book contains depictions of abuse, illness, and persecution.

Mysterious

Dark

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

3.4

8 ratings

38%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

50%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Kill Hole by Jamake Highwater elicits mixed reactions. Critics praise its evocative prose and vivid depiction of Native American heritage, yet some express concerns over its complex narrative structure and uneven pacing. The characters are compelling, but a few readers felt the plot lacked cohesion. Overall, the novel is seen as a poignant but challenging read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Kill Hole?

Readers who appreciate the intersection of Native American culture and contemporary issues merged with a poetic narrative will enjoy Kill Hole by Jamake Highwater. Comparable to works like N. Scott Momaday’s House Made of Dawn and Leslie Marmon Silko’s Ceremony, this novel captivates those drawn to profound storytelling rooted in indigenous experiences.

3.4

8 ratings

38%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

50%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

214

Format

Novel • Fiction

Publication Year

1973

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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