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Death Valley: A Novel

Name: Death Valley: A Novel
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Book Synopsis: The most profound book yet from the visionary author of Milk Fed and The Pisces, a darkly funny novel about grief that becomes a desert survival story.

In Melissa Broder’s astounding new novel, a woman arrives alone at a Best Western seeking respite from an emptiness that plagues her. She has fled to the California high desert to escape a cloud of sorrow—for both her father in the ICU and a husband whose illness is worsening. What the motel provides, however, is not peace but a path, thanks to a receptionist who recommends a nearby hike. Out on the sun-scorched trail, the woman encounters a towering cactus whose size and shape mean it should not exist in California. Yet the cactus is there, with a gash through its side that beckons like a familiar door. So she enters it. What awaits her inside this mystical succulent sets her on a journey at once desolate and rich, hilarious and poignant. This is Melissa Broder at her most imaginative, most universal, and finest. This is Death Valley.

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Immerse yourself in the profound and darkly funny world of Melissa Broder's latest novel, Death Valley. This gripping story transcends genres, blending elements of grief, survival, and mysticism to create a truly unforgettable reading experience. Join the protagonist as she seeks solace in the California high desert, escaping her own personal turmoil. The Best Western motel she stumbles upon offers more than just a bed for the night—it provides a path, a chance to find meaning amidst her chaos.

As she embarks on a suggested hike, she encounters a towering cactus, defying the odds by standing tall in a place it shouldn't exist. Intrigued, the protagonist is drawn to a gash through its side that beckons her like an open door. Curiosity propels her into a mystical succulent, unraveling a mesmerizing journey that is both desolate and rich, hilarious and poignant.

Melissa Broder's gift for storytelling shines through in Death Valley, as she weaves a narrative that captivates and resonates with readers on a universal level. Her vivid imagination transports you to a world where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur, leaving you breathless with anticipation for what lies ahead.

Discover Death Valley today and experience a novel that pushes literary boundaries. Don't miss out on this thrilling and moving tale that will leave you spellbound. Take the first step on this unforgettable journey by clicking here.

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