The Great Georgia Dirt Dragon

In this darkly comedic Southern Gothic novel, Tessie grapples with unimaginable loss after her young son is killed by an alligator, believing its return to her backyard signals a cosmic journey to find meaning in her suffering. Over seven days, she confronts her turbulent past, including her upbringing, education, and brief motherhood, as she navigates grief and madness. Blending sharp wit with haunting emotion, the story explores love, loss, and the boundaries of sanity.