The Adventurists: and Other Stories

The book "Things Buried Here" by Charlie Butner is a collection of short stories that explore the uncanny corners of life, where there are no job losses, HCAPs, trees that talk to one person, and Deaths Fool that should not be ignored. Readers of John Crowley, Ray Bradbury, and Sally Rooney will find a home in the book.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 05 May 2022
Publisher: Small Beer Press

John Crowley, Ray Bradbury, and Sally Rooney's readers will find a home in Butner's flawless literary tapestry. Publishers Weekly has awarded it a starred review, praising its ability to captivate readers of all genres.

The story follows the journey of a girl who has transformed from a theater kid to the Queen, and the challenges she faces in her new role. The historic house, where a ghost was once sighted, holds a special place in her heart, and she must navigate its enigmatic secrets. An ornithopter hangs in the lobby of her corporate workplace, sparking a peculiar fascination among her co-workers. In the past, she discovered a tunnel beneath her old high school, and her curiosity led her to explore its hidden depths.

Butner's stories are like portals, opening doors to new worlds or whisking readers back to the past. Costumes become a symbol of transformation, offering a fresh start and a chance to shed old identities. Within these stories, buried treasures and hidden dangers await discovery. The author's allusive and elusive style delves into the uncanny corners of life, where ordinary situations take on extraordinary twists.

HCAPs, job losses, trees that speak to one person, and the enigmatic figure of Death's Fool all play pivotal roles in this captivating narrative. Butner's writing is a testament to his talent for creating intricate and thought-provoking stories that leave readers pondering the mysteries of life long after the last page is turned.

Weight: 422g
Dimension: 141 x 216 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781618731944