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rosesofthespring's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
As with most collections of short stories, these were very hit-or-miss for me. They range from magical realism to complete sci-fi, with quite a bit of variation. I appreciate that Adjei-Brenyah was not afraid to get experimental and strange.
Unfortunately, the last story now exists in my worst nightmares and intrusive thoughts, so reader discretion is advised.
Unfortunately, the last story now exists in my worst nightmares and intrusive thoughts, so reader discretion is advised.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Child death, Death, Gore, Gun violence, Hate crime, Racism, Torture, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Mass/school shootings, and Cannibalism
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Child abuse, Sexual content, and Grief
Not all content warnings apply to all stories. Unfortunately I don't have access to a copy anymore, so I can't give a more detailed breakdown.