Mostly Dead Things

by Kristen Arnett

Book Overview

What does it take to come back to life? For Jessa-Lynn Morton, the question is not an abstract one. In the wake of her father's suicide, Jessa has stepped up to manage his failing taxidermy business while the rest of the Morton family crumbles. Her mother starts sneaking into the taxidermy shop to make provocative animal art, while her brother, Milo, withdraws. And Brynn, Milo's wife--and the only person Jessa's ever been in love with--walks out...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1947793837
• ISBN13: 9781947793835
• Release Date: April 2020
• Publisher: Tin House Books
• Length: 354 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.5" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

Incredible read - a new favorite

This novel absolutely blew me away. The gorgeous use of figurative language brought the pages to life and conveyed emotion in a way i’ve never experienced before. Arnett explores different breeds of grief and healing in her diverse and layered characters who we follow along in their understanding of themselves and each other. This story is a ode to reclamation of life after loss, a reminder of the power in redefining yourself.