"Captivating Book Reviews: 'House Gone Quiet' and 'The World Wasn't Ready for You'"

"House Gone Quiet" by Kelsey Norris and "The World Wasn't Ready for You" by Justin C. Key are two debut story collections that explore the theme of confinement and its impact on freedom. Norris's stories focus on collectives and use rhythmic prose to bring them to life, while Key's stories delve into the intimate horrors of fantastical technologies and events. While Norris's writing is polished, her storytelling falls short in some instances. Key's stories showcase an active imagination but lack style. Overall, both collections offer unique perspectives on the ways in which being bound shapes our understanding of freedom.