Plot Summary

Orientation: And Other Stories

Daniel Orozco
Guide cover placeholder

Orientation: And Other Stories

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 2011

Book Brief

Daniel Orozco

Orientation: And Other Stories

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

162

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

3.9

1,457 ratings

65%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Roundup icon

Review Roundup

Daniel Orozco's Orientation: And Other Stories showcases his deft storytelling and dark humor, leading to a collection rich with keen observation and complex characters. Praise surrounds his explorations of mundane life inflected with absurdity and poignancy, though some feel the stories' brevity limits deeper connection. A compelling read for short story enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Orientation: And Other Stories?

Readers who enjoy offbeat, reflective narratives and dark humor will find Orientation: And Other Stories by Daniel Orozco compelling. Comparable to George Saunders' Tenth of December or Raymond Carver's What We Talk About When We Talk About Love, it appeals to those who appreciate short stories that delve into the absurdity of everyday life.

3.9

1,457 ratings

65%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

162

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Buy This Book

We’re just getting started

Add this title to our list of requested Study Guides!