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'Black Sheep' and 'This Wretched Valley' use horror to question morality

Jan 26, 2024
Guest
Rachel Harrison
Guest
Jenny Kiefer
Authors Rachel Harrison and Jenny Kiefer discuss their horror novels 'Black Sheep' and 'This Wretched Valley', exploring themes of religious fanaticism, family dysfunction, cynicism, and the fear of the wilderness. The podcast also highlights the impact of lack of faith on relationships and the significance of balancing ambitions with community support.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Exploring Themes of Belief, Alienation, and Reconciliation in 'Black Sheep'
02:23 • 6min
3
Exploring the Morality and Fear of the Wilderness in Two Horror Novels
07:54 • 2min
4
Lost in the Wilderness
10:14 • 4min
5
Balancing Ambitions and Community Support
14:24 • 3min