Books like Child of God by Cormac McCarthy

Name: Child of God
Rating: 3.5 (10 reviews)
Author: Cormac McCarthy

In Cormac McCarthy’s stark prose, the story follows Lester Ballard, a man released from jail after being falsely accused of rape. His ordinary errands and encounters in Tennessee are recast as episodes that reveal the grotesque depths of human nature. The novel probes themes of isolation, morality, and the pursuit of justice in a harsh, unforgiving environment.

First publish date: 1974

Genre: Thriller/Psychological Thriller

Authors: Cormac McCarthy

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