A Hunger With No Name

Holly says: This story has been described as both an environmental fable and a fantasy novella, and I can add both categories to my favorites list because I loved it! When a nomadic community comes under threat from their technologically advanced neighbors, Thurava, a young herder girl, must decide if she will abandon her heritage or find a new path forward that will preserve her community. A thoughtful read with evocative touches like chapters bearing the names of constellations as known to Thurava’s people, it speaks to the threat of technology and environmental destruction while also offering a reflection on culture, community, and consumption. I discovered this fall 2024 release via past Summer Reading Guide author Sarena Ulibarri. I hope to see Teffeau at a future book event in our shared home state of New Mexico.