- “The Personal History of Rachel DuPree” by Ann Weisgarber – This historical novel tells the story of a black woman in the early 20th century who homesteads in the harsh Badlands of South Dakota.
- “The Long Hot Summer” by William Faulkner – While not solely set in South Dakota, this classic novel features a section set in the fictional town of Frenchman’s Bend, which is inspired by Faulkner’s experience in South Dakota.
- “Black Elk Speaks” by John Neihardt – This non-fiction work chronicles the life and spirituality of Lakota Sioux medicine man Nicholas Black Elk, who was born and raised in South Dakota.
- “The Grass Dancer” by Susan Power – This novel weaves together multiple generations of Lakota Sioux characters in a tale of family, tradition, and spirituality set on a reservation in South Dakota.
- “The Last Stand: Custer, Sitting Bull, and the Battle of the Little Bighorn” by Nathaniel Philbrick – While not a work of fiction, this historical account delves into the events leading up to the famous battle in Montana that involved many Native American tribes, including those from South Dakota.
- “The Invention of Wings” by Sue Monk Kidd – Although primarily set in Charleston and follows the story of Sarah Grimké and Handful, this novel includes a section set in the Quaker abolitionist community of Wessington Springs, South Dakota.
- “The Dive from Clausen’s Pier” by Ann Packer – Set partly in South Dakota, this novel follows the life of Carrie Bell, a young woman who questions her future after her fiancé becomes paralyzed in a diving accident.
- “The Unquiet Earth” by Denise Giardina – Set in the coal mining communities of West Virginia and South Dakota, this novel spans several generations and explores the impact of industrialization on both regions.
- “Tales from Deadwood” by Mike Jameson – This collection of short stories is inspired by the infamous town of Deadwood during the Gold Rush era in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
- “Becoming Mrs. Lewis” by Patti Callahan – While mainly set in England, this historical fiction novel includes scenes in Rapid City, South Dakota, and tells the love story between C.S. Lewis and Joy Davidman.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in South Dakota
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