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dembury's review against another edition
4.0
“Mexican Gothic” is a little slow going for the first part but then quickly descends into a fungi-infested hellscape of Gothic horror that became darkly fun to read! It felt like watching one of those old school black & white horror movies yet more nuanced, more willing to look at not just monster horrors but also the horrors of colonialism, racism, and the gaslighting of women. I think it IS fairly predictable to figure out what’s happening, and some plot points are a little too convenient, but it’s also heavy on the creepy factor so it made a great autumn read. :)
aguirre_c's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
tbdaniel_111's review against another edition
5.0
*4.5 stars. pacing was a bit slow esp in the middle but really loved the third act! need more mushroom-inspired body horror in my life.
jujunutberry's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
5.0
Graphic: Death and Gun violence
Moderate: Sexual assault, Incest, and Suicide
farhana101's review against another edition
4.0
A complete wacky ride this book was very reminiscent of the movie Mother! with Jennifer Lawrence. I predicted what was going on from chapter 9 but it was still very enjoyable and intriguing.
kbookish's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
her_mariaelena's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
lngoo's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.75
Really enjoyed this - easy and engaging read. It would be improved with more of a main character development arc, and some parts were predictable, but it kept me turning the pages and I couldn’t wait to see where it would go. Mushrooms are incredible
danwarsick's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0