47 pages • 1 hour read
Chelsea G. SummersA Certain Hunger
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
A Certain Hunger by Chelsea G. Summers is a 2020 thriller narrated by Dorothy Daniels, a cannibalistic murderer. The novel interweaves her past crimes, the murders of four men, and her current life in prison using mixed first- and second-person narration. The story explores themes such as Desire and Consumption, Power Dynamics in Relationships, and The Intersections of Food, Sex, and Death. The book contains explicit scenes of rape, coarse sexual language, and vivid passages of murder, mutilation, and cannibalism.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Chelsea G. Summers’ A Certain Hunger delivers a darkly comedic take on female rage and culinary decadence, earning praise for its sharp wit and provocative themes. Critics commend the unique narrative voice but note that the graphic violence may deter some readers. An audacious blend of humor and horror, the novel offers an unapologetically bold commentary on desire and consumption.
Who Should Read A Certain Hunger?
Fans of American Psycho and Gone Girl will relish Chelsea G. Summers' A Certain Hunger. This novel appeals to readers who enjoy dark humor, complex female protagonists, and a blend of culinary and psychological intrigue. It's perfect for those who appreciate intelligent, edgy storytelling with a macabre twist.