Blood Meridian
Cormac McCarthy’s “Blood Meridian” is a haunting masterpiece that plunges readers into the brutal landscape of the American West. Through sparse yet poetic prose, McCarthy weaves a tale of unrelenting violence and moral ambiguity. The story follows a nameless teenager known only as “the kid” as he joins a gang of scalp hunters, led by the enigmatic and terrifying Judge Holden. It’s a visceral journey that left me questioning the nature of humanity and evil. Not for the faint of heart, but utterly unforgettable.