If you love post-apocalyptic stories with a twist, an exploration of Indigenous myths, and don't mind your reality getting a little wobbly, this is one for your TBR list. The world-building is vibrant and fresh, mixing survival drama with Zuni and Pueblo folklore, and the characters are a quirky, diverse bunch you might find yourself rooting for. Fans of books like 'The Stand,' 'Life of Pi,' or anyone curious about the intersection of science, tradition, and myth should definitely check this out. If you're looking for originality and stories that linger in your mind, give it a try!

Who May Not Like This Book:

This book may not be for everyone. The plot gets wild and sometimes confusing, with frequent genre-jumps, dreamlike events, and metaphysical musings. If you prefer crisp, straightforward storytelling, tightly plotted action, or clear-cut explanations for mysterious events, you may feel frustrated or lost. Some readers found the prose overly metaphorical or had trouble connecting with the characters, while others felt lost in the references to Native folklore or untranslated words. If you like your dystopian fiction grounded and prefer when all the mysteries get wrapped up neatly, this may not scratch your itch.

Not your typical end-of-the-world tale! Lyrical, quirky, and layered with myth, 'Trinity Sight' is a memorable adventure - though its strangeness and ambiguity may leave some readers baffled.

About:

Trinity Sight by Jennifer Givhan is a post-apocalyptic horror story that follows Calliope, a Ph.D. archaeologist who embarks on a journey with a diverse group of characters, including a Native American physicist named Chance Guardian, in search of her missing family after a cataclysmic event. The book delves into themes of parallel worlds, indigenous knowledge, and the blending of science and folklore, all wrapped in a gripping narrative that combines striking poetic descriptions with a roller coaster ride of emotions.

Characters:

The characters are diverse and complex, with Calliope as the central figure. Some readers find her frustrating, while others appreciate the unique traits and backstories of the ensemble cast.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is characterized by poetic and descriptive language that creates vivid imagery, though it can also involve complex metaphors that may hinder comprehension.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around a post-apocalyptic world where most people have disappeared, and the remaining characters embark on a journey filled with folklore and mythological elements, though many find the plot confusing and lacking clarity.

Setting:

The setting is a vividly described post-apocalyptic world rich with cultural references, notably from Zuni Pueblo traditions, including dramatic landscapes.

Pacing:

The pacing is uneven, with some initial chapters engaging readers, but subsequent sections can feel slow or stall, leading to frustration.

Notes:

The story takes place in a post-apocalyptic world after a cataclysmic event.

Main character Calliope is a PhD archaeologist who is eight months pregnant with twins.

The book incorporates Zuni Pueblo creation myths and folklore.

Calliope interacts with a dead relative and a clairvoyant six-year-old girl.

The world is described as being covered by forests and lava from volcanoes.

Calliope and her companions embark on a quest to find missing family members.

One character, Amy, is a heavily tattooed exotic dancer who can fly a plane.

There are elements of horror with demonic creatures and monsters from Indigenous mythology.

The book raises questions about the clash between traditional beliefs and scientific understanding.

Characters struggle with their identities amidst a loss of family and civilization.

The author, Jennifer Givhan, draws on her Mexican American and Indigenous heritage.

Many readers found parts of the book confusing or unclear, affecting their connection to the story.

Despite some criticisms, many enjoyed the character development and emotional depth of the story.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings for Trinity Sight include themes of loss, grief, and potential depictions of violence.

Has Romance?

There is a medium level of romance present in the book.

From The Publisher:

**Winner of the 2020 Southwest Book Award**

Is the Earth planning her rebirth - or her revenge?

''Our people are survivors,'' Calliope's great-grandmother once told her of their Puebloan roots - could Bisabuela's ancient myths be true?

Anthropologist Calliope Santiago awakens to find herself in a strange and sinister wasteland, a shadow of the New Mexico she knew. Empty vehicles litter the road. Everyone has disappeared - or almost everyone. Calliope, heavy-bellied with the twins she carries inside her, must make her way across this dangerous landscape with a group of fellow survivors, confronting violent inhabitants, in search of answers. Long-dead volcanoes erupt, the ground rattles and splits, and monsters come to ominous life. The impossible suddenly real, Calliope will be forced to reconcile the geological record with the heritage she once denied if she wants to survive and deliver her unborn babies into this uncertain new world.

Rooted in indigenous oral-history traditions and contemporary apocalypse fiction, Trinity Sight asks readers to consider science versus faith and personal identity versus ancestral connection. Lyrically written and utterly original, Trinity Sight brings readers to the precipice of the end-of-times and the hope for redemption.

October 2019

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300 pages

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Trinity Sight

Jennifer Givhan

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