76 pages 2 hours read

Stephen Graham Jones

The Only Good Indians

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Stephen Graham Jones' The Only Good Indians masterfully blends horror with social commentary, praised for its unique voice and cultural depth. Critics laud its compelling narrative and emotional weight. However, some readers found the pacing uneven. Overall, the novel offers a profound and chilling experience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Only Good Indians?

A reader who would enjoy The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones is likely a fan of horror with deep cultural insights. They appreciate chilling narratives akin to those in The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson, but with a contemporary, Indigenous perspective that echoes the social commentary found in Beloved by Toni Morrison.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Fantasy
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Revenge
Natural World: Environment
Emotions/Behavior: Guilt
Topics
Religion / Spirituality