In The Dream House by Carmen Maria Machado
A Memoir
The book is a memoir that delves into the complexities of an abusive same-sex relationship, exploring themes of trauma, identity, and the often-overlooked dynamics of domestic violence within queer relationships. Through a series of vignettes, the author employs a variety of literary styles and genres to recount her experiences, offering a fragmented yet deeply personal narrative that challenges conventional storytelling. The work is both a deeply intimate account of the author's own life and a broader commentary on the cultural and historical contexts of abuse.
The 6060th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2019
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 250-300
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 90th on Readers Pick Their 100 Best Books of the 21st Century (NY Times)
- 96th on 100 Best Books of the 21st Century (Book Enthusiast Substack)
- Not the NYT list: 100 fine books from around the world (and not just the USA) of the 21st century (The Bookshop Inc)
- The 10 Best Memoirs of the Decade (2010s) (Literary Hub)