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theangrystackrat's review against another edition
dark
informative
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
pizzamyheart's review
4.0
NOTE: This book is created from the podcast Lore narrated by Aaron Mahnke. The chapters in this book corresponds to episodes in the podcast and the wording is almost identical. The major difference is that these chapters are organized by topic. There are a few illustrations, but no more than 8.
With that out of the way, let's dive into the book.
There's a reason the podcast has been such a success. It's well written, well performed and has an interesting subject matter. It covers everything from vampires, to ghosts, to possessed dolls (I'm referring to you Robert!). Even without Mahnke's narration, the book is enjoyable. How could it not be? The wording is the same as the podcast. The biggest difference is that the book reorganizes the episodes and streamlines them by topic. Some stories are hard to swallow (yes, referring to the vampires and consumption chapter), but they're still interesting.
The way I see it, you have 2 options. Listen to the podcast or read this book. In my opinion, there's no real reason to do either. They're the same. Personally, I enjoy the music and Aaron's narration for the podcast. But with a book, you can read it much faster and everything is presented in a more streamlined order. It's really a matter of which you prefer: book or podcast.
Now what about the TV show? I'd recommend watching it in addition to either the book or the podcast. Even though the stories are covered in the book/podcast seeing it portrayed by actors makes them even more gruesome. But heads up, the first two episodes (vampires and the brain surgeon) are visually hard to watch.
With that out of the way, let's dive into the book.
There's a reason the podcast has been such a success. It's well written, well performed and has an interesting subject matter. It covers everything from vampires, to ghosts, to possessed dolls (I'm referring to you Robert!). Even without Mahnke's narration, the book is enjoyable. How could it not be? The wording is the same as the podcast. The biggest difference is that the book reorganizes the episodes and streamlines them by topic. Some stories are hard to swallow (yes, referring to the vampires and consumption chapter), but they're still interesting.
The way I see it, you have 2 options. Listen to the podcast or read this book. In my opinion, there's no real reason to do either. They're the same. Personally, I enjoy the music and Aaron's narration for the podcast. But with a book, you can read it much faster and everything is presented in a more streamlined order. It's really a matter of which you prefer: book or podcast.
Now what about the TV show? I'd recommend watching it in addition to either the book or the podcast. Even though the stories are covered in the book/podcast seeing it portrayed by actors makes them even more gruesome. But heads up, the first two episodes (vampires and the brain surgeon) are visually hard to watch.
the_enobee's review
5.0
Love the section on Werewolves. Read a few of these sections multiple times. Really enjoyable presentation.
foofers1622's review
4.0
If you are a fan if the Lore podcast, then obviously this book is for you. A few stories from the actual podcast and it does repeat at times. Interesting to see the start of some creepy legends.
pnwtinap's review against another edition
5.0
I love the podcast for Lore and the book really doesn't disappoint! It is very similar to the podcast that I love but I enjoy getting to read the stories and get a little bit more detail that I might not have from the Podcast. the theme is helpful for setting expectations as well.
deadevergreen's review
5.0
I've enjoyed the Lore podcast for quite a while, and was so happy when I saw a book adaptation. It's been sitting on my shelf for a while, but I finally got around to it in time for spooky season. I appreciate that this book of haunted history is formatted like the podcasts, most chapters a handful of pages. Great if you have just a few minutes to read or want to binge several of the stories at once.