My Heart Is a Chainsaw

Stephen Graham JonesFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Summary

Background

Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Chapter 1-Interlude 3

Chapter 5-Interlude 6

Chapter 8-Interlude 8

Chapter 10-Interlude 11

Chapters 13-15

Character Analysis

Themes

Symbols & Motifs

Important Quotes

Essay Topics

Analyze the concept of history in My Heart Is a Chainsaw. What is the value of learning about the past and why do characters try to cover up the past?

Discuss the setting of the story in the town of Proofrock, Idaho. What are some of the significant locations in Proofrock? Why do you think Jones set this novel in a town like Proofrock?

How do the “Slasher 101” interludes impact your understanding of the story and of Jade Daniels as a character? Why do you think Jones chose to write these sections as Jade’s history papers?