Dreaming of Dead People by Rosalind Belben review – rivals anything by Virginia Woolf

A decades-old novel, Dreaming of Dead People by Rosalind Belben, is getting fresh attention—and high praise. Critics are calling it a hidden gem that stands toe-to-toe with Virginia Woolf’s work, despite its surreal, unconventional style. Originally published in 1979, the book dives deep into a woman’s inner world of thoughts and fantasies, blending strangeness with brilliance. Belben, a lesser-known but award-winning author, might finally get the spotlight she deserves.