Books like Vampires in the lemon grove by Karen Russell
Six short stories featuring subjects ranging from a dejected teenager who discovers the universe is communicating with him through talismanic objects left in a seagull's nest to two vampires in a sun-drenched lemon grove who try helplessly to slake their thirst for blood. These tales weave together a tale of magic, science, and the supernatural, with a dash of humor and a touch of nostalgia, as the author explores the world of New York City through the eyes of a teenager.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Karen Russell
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