How the Dead Dream
How the Dead Dream
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2008
Book Brief
256
Novel • Fiction
California • Contemporary
2008
YA
18+ years
Super Short Summary
How the Dead Dream by Lydia Millet follows a successful real estate developer. The protagonist's structured life begins to unravel due to personal losses, prompting a search for meaning amid environmental and existential concerns. Through encounters with endangered animals, he explores themes of connection and isolation, challenging his worldview and understanding of interdependence.
Contemplative
Melancholic
Mysterious
Emotional
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
How the Dead Dream by Lydia Millet is praised for its lyrical prose and deep exploration of themes like loss and environmental consciousness. Critics applaud its emotional depth and unique storytelling but note the pacing can be slow. The protagonist's existential journey resonates, offering a poignant reflection on humanity and nature.
Who Should Read How the Dead Dream?
A reader drawn to introspective narratives, environmental themes, and complex character development would enjoy How the Dead Dream by Lydia Millet. Fans of Barbara Kingsolver's Prodigal Summer or Margaret Atwood's Oryx and Crake would appreciate its blend of existential exploration and ecological insight.
256
Novel • Fiction
California • Contemporary
2008
YA
18+ years
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