Summary and Reviews of House of Sand and Fog by Andre Dubus III

Media Reviews

Boston Magazine Dubus proves himself both an exquisitely careful craftsman and a painstaking recorder of society.

Los Angeles Times The most rending kind of war is not between two hatreds, but between two hopes--. Dubus sets out the growing confrontation with chilly ingenuity and a remarkably observant compassion--. A fine and prophetic novel.

Mirabella Unputdownable--a page-turner that's a mind-opener--a thriller with moral complexity.

San Diego Union Tribune An utterly believable, riveting journey--. Dubus has written a story that one cannot help but care about.

San Francisco Chronicle It is rare these days to encounter a novel that follows the rules of Greek tragedy--. Dubus is a taker of risks--. A craftsman of character and dialogue, Dubus has dared to push his limits.

Seattle Weekly A poignant drama that is engrossing--. A book full of longing, a vivid and exquisitely realized snapshot of America's underside.

The Baltimore Sun A mixture of classical tragedy perfectly imbued with film noir...the work of a writer who is the real thing.

The Boston Globe A page-turner with a beating heart.

The Philadelphia Inquirer Exceptional storytelling, true to life--searing and insightful--. You can't help but be impressed.

Washington Post Book World Elegant and powerful...an unusual and volatile...literary thriller.