Molly Gloss crafts narratives that delve into profound questions of human existence and our connection to the natural world. Her writing is characterized by lyrical prose, keen insight, and a meticulous attention to detail. The author masterfully weaves together the psychological depth of her characters with poetic descriptions of the landscape, creating immersive reading experiences. Her prose explores themes of identity, memory, and the search for meaning in a changing world.
With an elegant sweetness and a pitch-perfect sense of western life reminiscent of Annie Dillard, Gloss's breakout novel is a remarkable story about the connections between people and animals and how they touch one another in the most unexpected and profound ways.