"Make Sure You Die Screaming," Zee Carlstrom's debut, portrays a flawed protagonist, Gunderson, a nonbinary person, on a morally ambiguous road trip from Chicago to Arkansas with a young goth girl named Yivi. The novel candidly delves into themes of self-destruction, radical honesty, and the complexities of contemporary existence. While Gunderson often behaves atrociously and rejects societal norms, Carlstrom artfully exposes their humanity. Infusing humor and a touch of cynicism, the narrative reflects on late-stage capitalism, creating a resonant experience for readers, especially amid today's chaotic world.
Make Sure You Die Screaming offers a unique mix of humor, introspection, and chaotic adventure centered around a morally ambiguous road trip in Middle America.
The protagonist Gunderson, an unlikable yet relatable nonbinary character, embodies the struggles of radical honesty and self-destruction amid humorous escapades.
Collection
[
|
...
]