Book · 2023 · American literature
I Am Homeless If This Is Not My Home
Why people recommend it
I Am Homeless If This Is Not My Home by Lorrie Moore is a contemporary novel that follows a man on a melancholic road trip with his undead girlfriend. Dwight Garner discussed the book on The Book Review across two separate episodes, reflecting on its distinctive tone and narrative style. In the earlier discussion, Garner categorized the release as a truly odd book that verges on emo horror, noting that it represents a departure from Moore's usual territory while still displaying her signature stylistic touches. During the later conversation, Garner simply mentioned the title while talking about seasonal road trip literature. Although Garner did not frame the novel as her greatest literary achievement, his remarks highlighted its unusual premise and haunting atmosphere. Through these critical evaluations, the podcast captured the eccentric and macabre elements of Moore's storytelling, positioning the work as a peculiar entry in her acclaimed bibliography that engages with grief and mortality in unexpected ways.
Who recommended it
- Dwight Garner Discussed
Dwight Garner — 2 mentions
“It's called I am homeless if this is not my home.”
“and finally Lori Moore published this really odd book this year called I am homeless if this is not my home and it verges on emo horror”