In the Dream House

In the Dream House

by

Carmen Maria Machado

In the Dream House: 122. Dream House as Void Summary & Analysis

Summary
Analysis
After breaking up with the woman from the Dream House, Machado’s life seems to gape with space. She wonders if she’ll ever be able to let someone else touch her.
Even though the immediate danger of her relationship has passed, Machado feels empty, highlighting how trauma can linger long after the cause of that trauma has passed.
Themes
Abuse, Trauma, and Healing Theme Icon
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