In the Dream House by Carmen Maria Machado

For years Carmen Maria Machado has struggled to articulate her experiences in an abusive same-sex relationship. In this extraordinarily candid and radically inventive memoir, Machado tackles a dark and difficult subject with wit, inventiveness and an inquiring spirit, as she uses a series of narrative tropes—including classic horror themes—to create an entirely unique piece of work which is destined to become an instant classic.
Trigger & Content Warnings:
- Body-shaming
- Intimate partner violence, domestic abuse/violence, toxic relationship/s, cheating and emotional abuse
- Sexual assault, sexual abuse and adult-minor relationship
- Recreational marijuana use
- Emesis
- Suicidal ideation