“There’s a country song on every page. . . . These characters want out, want in, yearn for some luck, lose whatever fortunes appear in their lives. This collection’s a keeper, worthy of shelf space between Larry Brown and Merle Haggard.”
George Singleton, author of You Want More: Selected Stories
“Energetic, humorous, and full of heart. Thacker’s voice feels fresh and alive.”
Jonathan Corcoran, author of The Rope Swing
“Thacker’s linked collection is a carnival ride of southern gothic tales and freak-show oddities. . . . Hilarious, yes, but it’s also a thoughtful exploration of the residents of Labor County, Kentucky, who are desperate to pull meaning out of loss.”
Marie Manilla, author of The Patron Saint of Ugly