What can I say about SGJ that I haven't already screamed from every mountain top a hundred times? What this man has contributed to the horror genre will go down in history, and this book is no exception. Every book he offers, such fresh ideas, to the horror genre and his take on vampires in this was so original.

It's hard to say that this book was enjoyable due to the subject matter. It's hard to digest and very difficult to read due to the fact that if you take away the vampires, these events did happen. But despite that, SGJ crafts his words so beautifully that they will break your heart. Good Stab is such a great and complex character. Reading his chapters were the best part, especially as he became more of a vampire and dealing with the loneliness of no longer really feeling like a Pikuni anymore.

SGJ won't be holding your hand in this one. There are multiple Pikuni words/phrases that aren't ever explained, and you have to figure them out on your own. If you don't like that kind of thing, then I suggest looking them up.

If you're already a fan of SGJ, then definitely read this. If you haven't read this work, this book definitely starts off slower while the plot is set but worth it all in the end.

Thank you to Netgalley and Saga Press for the arc.

I’ve never cried so much reading a horror book, and I loved every moment. The author is so capable in their story telling that you feel you are with these characters every step of the way. I’m on my knees crying blood with Good Stab. I’m hidden away scrawling words on a page with the pastor. Each small reveal of these character’s larger story and connection is like an IV drip maintaining my addiction to turning the next page. I loved the slow progression of this epic tale. I already knew I loved Stephen Graham Jones, but this has officially put him on my list of favorite authors. Please read this book! A huge thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the e-arc.

Another stunning, intense horror story from SGJ, who could be surprised at this point? His stream-of-consciousness/journal-entry narration is top-tier, as ever, and so easy to immerse yourself in, even when the worst atrocities are being described.

Another stellar and horrifying and heartwrenching horror tale from Stephen Graham Jones. Part vampire story, part Western, part indictment of American Imperialism and genocide, THE BUFFALO HUNTER HUNTER is a slow burn of a tale of terror that had me hooked, horrified, and emotionally wrecked. I really enjoyed Jones's take on vampirism (so unique in so many ways), I loved the epistolary set up, and I really, really liked the way that he calls out the United States ongoing violence towards Indigenous Peoples, holding back nothing as he calls out atrocities in our history that have been whitewashed and ignored. This book doesn't let the reader ignore it and it's very, very effective, and many of the horrors come from the real world atrocities. Phenomenal.

This book was just not for me. The writing was not as gripping as I had hoped for. I had a hard time getting into the story.

I have to admit I was expecting more as I found at times it was just too slow in developing the plot. The characters were good for the time period and I enjoyed the way the novel was written. I found the story to be adventurous with great details involved in each chapter. One may feel like they are living in 1912 as it was very realistic. I do like the back-and-forth conversation between the characters. I was intrigued by how the pastor thought about his conversation after they were over. How he struggled to put the pieces together in his small town. In the end, I was left wanting to know more. Also, I wondered if I missed important details along the way. An interesting view of vampires in 1912. This was my first Stephen Graham Jones novel and I think I will be looking into more in the future.

Thank you to Saga Press for this ARC!
I was absolutely blown away by this book. It’s horrific, heartbreaking, violent, entertaining, cinematic, I could really keep going. I loved this take on the vampire as a remnant of indigenous and generational suffering, but also of the enduring presence of indigenous people despite genocide and assimilation to an empire. And that’s just an initial thought I’m having. I’ll be thinking about this book for a long while. I also liked the tight pacing, the graphic attention to detail, and the writing style of the diary entries. I haven’t enjoyed Jones’ other work before, but this is a true gem that I’ll be recommending to anyone.

This was an incredibly well written, incredibly disturbing historical horror novel. Told through journal Arthur Beaucarne wrote in 1912 that was found and transcribed by his great great grandaughter in 2012. Arthur records a series of interviews with Good Stab who describes his transformation into a vampire.

The old fashioned language made it a little difficult to get into the early chapters, but the story pulled me in.

Stephen Graham Jones maintains his sprawling narrative writing style in what feels like a newer version of his intimate tones. The story of Good Stab is a tragic, meandering campfire tale full of tension and somber realizations. SGJ remains an author I will always read.

Thank you NetGalley and Saga Press for this ARC!!!! My Heart Is a Chainsaw was my introduction to Stephen Graham Jones and since then I promised myself to read everything he writes. I was not expecting for The Buffalo Hunter Hunter to become by top choice, but quickly I realized this story was unique and would keep me wanting more. For those who enjoy horror, this is a MUST buy. I cannot imagine anyone truly disliking this book. My one issue was the chapters felt really long in the beginning, but as the story unfolded this became less of an issue.

I would love to listen to the audiobook before leaving a final review.. I believe my experience would definitely be different hearing it from the characters as this is a unique writing style.

Buffalo Hunter Hunter was a great reading experience for me. It was both thrilling and thought provoking. Throughout the story there was a building sense of dread that you always want in a horror book. This was a different and refreshing take on the vampire story.

I enjoyed the narration style as this was basically a “found document story” that told a story within a story.
The character work was an outstanding feature as well. The two main POV characters were fully fleshed out and I found myself totally locked in as the story was unraveled.

It contains graphic violence and gore. There was one pretty disturbing SA scene as well. I would recommend this in general to fans of horror but especially to those who love reading the undead variety.

Stephen Graham Jones is an author who always elicits a strong reaction from me in that some of his books I absolutely love, while others just don’t click. His distinct writing style remains consistent, but I’ve realized that his historical horror stories aren’t really for me. I know this might be an unpopular opinion, but Buffalo Hunter Hunter felt like a slog at times.

The novel is told through three POVs, each with its own distinct voice and stylized language. While I appreciate that Jones' writing reflects the time periods in which these characters live, the sections set in the early 1900s were particularly difficult to get through. However, where this book shines is in its characters. Jones makes them so compelling and likable that you quickly grow attached, only for them to commit terrible acts that force you to question your own judgment.

The suspense building is phenomenal, and the way Jones weaves historical tragedies into his horror is deeply unsettling. While this one wasn’t entirely for me, I can absolutely see why others might love it. If you enjoy historical horror with moral complexity and tension that lingers, this might be the perfect read for you.

Stephen Graham Jones explores what would happen if a Black Foot man is turned into a vampire when he has no concept of a vampire. This is a very cool and very f'd up vampire story.

Historical horror, an incredible and unique take on the vampire, a devastating account of a not-too-distant time in history. I'm utterly blown away by this one. The way that it is written was unlike anything I've read before--the language and authenticity. Also providing a perspective on many things, vampires being one of them, that I haven't experienced before. I feel like I could write a ten page paper about this book, which makes me feel paralyzed attempting a short review. Yes, it's horror and there are some gruesome details and such, but the real horror is the actual real life events in this novel: the Marias Massacre, the atrocities of colonization, the hunting of the buffalo nearly to extinction. This book is intense, devastating, and written in a way that requires your brain to function. It's not the easiest of reads, but it's not supposed to be, and it is absolutely worth it.

There are a few perspectives and timelines in this one. In 2012, an academic named Etsy comes across a journal from her great-great-grandfather, a Lutheran Pastor named Arthur Beaucarne. She hopes to develop this journal into something she can use to secure tenure at the University of Montana. Majority of the narrative is what Etsy is reading in this journal. It's Arthur's recounting from 1912 and largely focused on a series of confessions made by Good Stab, a Blackfeet native. Those parts read like Good Stab is saying it himself. The way that Good Stab talks took a while for me to adjust to, but once I adjusted, I loved it. There's no watering-down or explaining for the white man (Arthur, because that's who he is talking to, but also readers in reality.) You have to meet Good Stab where he is at, not the other way around. It was an intentional artistic choice by SGJ and it pays off so much and makes it so much better. I literally cannot succinctly wrap up everything that gets touched upon by both Arthur and Good Stab. You just have to read it. And of course, there's the supernatural element of vampirism that is done in an entirely unique way.

This book hurts. I feel like it opened something inside of me that won't ever heal. The blood, the brutality--against both people and animals, the ugly history that shouldn't be forgotten. It's a tough one, friends. So why 4 stars instead of 5 after such a raving review? Good question. For me, it's just the slowness of it sometimes. It's definitely intentional, and I get it, I just would have preferred a bit faster pacing. My first reaction after finishing was 4 stars, but as it lingers and stays with me I question if maybe I should bump it up.

Weasel Plume forever.

It's probably going to seem strange to give a four-star rating to a DNF, but that;s where I am. Let me explain. Buffalo Hunter Hunter is well written and riveting, but this is a me problem. I know it's historically accurate, but I can't get past the animal violence, particularly surrounding the buffalo. I felt myself struggling to read it, because I felt like I should, and I was invested in Good Stab's story, but, in the end, it was just too much. I will, however, always read Stephen Graham Jones, but this one just isn't for me.

This is the best Stephen Graham Jones book so far! The historical elements, the dread, the anticipation of finding out why certain things were happening. I couldn’t read it fast enough I desperately reached out to a friend who’d finished for spoilers.

The Buffalo Hunter Hunter was one of those horror novels that was captivating and gripping, although not necessarily an enjoyable read, if that makes sense. Steeped in history, Stephen Graham Jones tells a bloody, brutal story of genocide and the hunting of buffalo to near extinction, and does so through the eyes of a Blackfeet named Good Stab in a genius take on vampire lore.
Shining a rightfully unforgiving spotlight on the whitewashed colonization of the American west, we’re given an account of the events of the Marias Massacre in a confessional style format from Good Stab recorded in a century old journal by a Lutheran pastor.
SGJ has a very distinctive, strong voice that might not be for everyone, but that I enjoy greatly. The masterful way in which he weaves great horror with Indigenous lore is nothing short of enthralling.
Simultaneously chilling, flippant, earnest, and funny, The Buffalo Hunter Hunter may be SGJ at his best and isn’t one to skip.

Thank you so much to Saga Press for providing me an eARC via NetGalley.

Stephen Graham Jones's 'Buffalo Hunter Hunter' is a work that immediately commanded my attention. The narrative structure, centered around Etsy Beaucarne, a contemporary academic grappling with the pressures of tenure, provides an intriguing entry point. The discovery of her great-great-grandfather Arthur Beaucarne's journal, detailing his experiences as a Lutheran priest in 1912, establishes a compelling historical foundation.

The layered narrative, with Arthur's journal containing transcriptions of a confession from a member of the Blackfeet Nation in 1870, allows Jones to delve into the complex and enduring consequences of westward expansion and the ideology of Manifest Destiny. It's a nuanced exploration of a dark and often overlooked period in American history.

As is characteristic of Stephen Graham Jones's work, the narrative transcends conventional historical fiction through the incorporation of a powerful supernatural element. While I will refrain from divulging specific details, I can attest that Jones's creative ingenuity continues to impress, reinforcing his standing as a significant contemporary author.

The novel's strength lies in its ability to seamlessly integrate historical accuracy with unsettling horror. The exploration of the Marias Massacre, an event of which I was previously unaware, is particularly impactful. Jones's integration of historical figures and events into a fictional narrative of vengeance and grief is both captivating and deeply unsettling.

My primary critique pertains to the novel's pacing. The middle section, in particular, exhibited a degree of repetition that I believe could have been mitigated. A more streamlined approach, perhaps by excising 50 to 75 pages, would have enhanced the overall impact without compromising the thematic depth. Nevertheless, Jones's prose remains consistently engaging, and his storytelling prowess is undeniable.

I anticipate the novel's release with keen interest. I believe readers who appreciate historical fiction with elements of horror, and those who favor intricately structured narratives that achieve a sense of narrative resolution, will find this work particularly rewarding. Stephen Graham Jones continues to demonstrate his mastery of the genre, and 'Buffalo Hunter Hunter' is a testament to his unique and powerful voice.

This was my first time reading a book by Stephen Graham Jones after hearing about how amazing his books are, and this book certainly lived up to the hype. The characters were mindblowing and the horror elements were so well executed. I wasn't expecting the story to have an emotional aspect.