Where the Dead Sit Talking
Where the Dead Sit Talking
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018
Book Brief
Beta288
Novel • Fiction
Oklahoma • 1980s
2018
YA
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Where the Dead Sit Talking by Brandon Hobson follows a young Native American person in 1980s Oklahoma navigating foster care and personal trauma. The narrative explores identity, belonging, and healing while offering deep insight into the individual's emotional journey amid challenging circumstances, ultimately emphasizing themes of resilience and finding one’s voice.
Melancholic
Mysterious
Contemplative
Gritty
Dark
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Brandon Hobson's Where the Dead Sit Talking has been praised for its raw, evocative exploration of trauma and identity through a Native American teenager's lens. Critics laud its atmospheric prose and compelling character study. Some find its pacing deliberate, which might not appeal to all readers seeking a dynamic plot. Overall, it's a haunting and introspective read.
Who Should Read Where the Dead Sit Talking?
Readers who would enjoy Where the Dead Sit Talking are often drawn to gritty, character-driven narratives with themes of adolescence and trauma. Fans of Sherman Alexie's The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian and Tommy Orange's There There will likely appreciate Hobson's exploration of Native American identity and belonging.
6,303 ratings
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288
Novel • Fiction
Oklahoma • 1980s
2018
YA
18+ years
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