The Sisters Brothers

Eli Sisters, the more introspective and sensitive of the two brothers narrates The Sisters Brothers. A wealthy man known as the Commodore hires Eli and Charlie to hunt down and kill a man named Hermann Kermit Warm. The Commodore says Warm has stolen from the Commodore.

As the brothers travel from Oregon City to California, they encounter a variety of eccentric and often dangerous characters. Among these include rival bounty hunters, sex workers, and gold prospectors. Eli begins to question the violent and destructive nature of their profession. Even so, Charlie remains single-minded in his pursuit of their target.

The Sisters Brothers is a novel that subverts traditional Western tropes. It explores themes of violence, loyalty, and the search for meaning. Patrick DeWitt's dark humor and vivid descriptions characterize his writing style. It captures both the brutality and absurdity of the world the characters inhabit.

The novel delves into the complexities of brotherhood and the dynamics between Eli and Charlie, as they navigate their contrasting personalities and conflicting desires. It also touches on the greed and brutality of the Gold Rush era. And it highlights the destructive consequences of the pursuit of wealth and power.

In 2018 it was made into a movie starring John C. Reilly, Joaquin Phoenix, and Jake Gyllenhaal.