Southern Gothic
This collection of stories is part of the "Southern Gothic" genre. However, it is ironically set in Florida, which is often seen as "set apart" or different from other states in the south.
Florida irony
This collection tells the tale of someone moving to Florida, with high expectations about the Sunshine State. However, ironically, the narrators of these stories find that sunny days are replaced with hurricanes and various other gothic elements.
Ghosts and Empties
The narrator of this story goes on a walk and considers the lives of people around her. However, she ironically ends up contemplating her own life as a result.
Dogs Go Wild
In "Dogs go Wild," two young girls are trapped on an island. We might think they will be saved when they are found by two men; however, they end up actually being the threat.
Snakes
When we think of threats and dangers, we might not consider the ones around us on a daily basis. In this collection, Goff shows us that ironically, the biggest threats often go undetected.
