Caught Indian Handed

By Craig Kee Strete

From weddings that turn into full-scale brawls to eccentric ghosts, sketchy shamans, and runaway bank robbers, Caught Indian Handed delivers a darkly humorous, gritty, and deeply poignant collection of interconnected stories. Set against the stark landscapes and idiosyncratic rhythms of life in and around Indian Country, these tales navigate the razor-thin line between tragedy and absurdist comedy.

Meet unforgettable characters like Patwin, a kid trying to make sense of his parents' sudden "holy matrimony"; Buckroy, who discovers that death doesn't necessarily free you from a bad relationship; and Birdtalker, an old man patiently waiting to see sheep in a tree. Whether dealing with botched criminal enterprises, phantom curses, or the quiet ache of personal loss, these stories explore the complex realities of modern Native life with sharp wit, raw candor, and striking emotional resonance.

A masterful blend of razor-sharp irony and deep human heart. These stories pull no punches.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HFQBMGY6
• ISBN13: 9798193579366
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 254 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"