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kristienlovewithhorror's review
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
“I licked you so I could ingest your goody essence.”
Licking is a collection of short stories sure to give you creepy, eerie vibes. From a couple trying to have a baby to Black kids on a field trip, these stories take a deep dive into the darkest corners of our minds.
The introduction tells us that these stories are derived from the dark dreams of the author and the book definitely makes you feel like you’re in the midst of a fever dream. The stories are eerie, creepy, and disturbing.
At a little of 100 pages, this is a quick read. I would love to see more from this author. Absolutely enjoyed taking a quick little trip into her dark mind. But because it was a quick read, some of the stories I felt seemed a little rushed and could have used another page or two.
Ultimately, I enjoyed the stories (and poems). Great imagery, engaging stories, and super eerie!
Special thanks to J.V. Sadler. I received an ARC of Licking. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Licking is a collection of short stories sure to give you creepy, eerie vibes. From a couple trying to have a baby to Black kids on a field trip, these stories take a deep dive into the darkest corners of our minds.
The introduction tells us that these stories are derived from the dark dreams of the author and the book definitely makes you feel like you’re in the midst of a fever dream. The stories are eerie, creepy, and disturbing.
At a little of 100 pages, this is a quick read. I would love to see more from this author. Absolutely enjoyed taking a quick little trip into her dark mind. But because it was a quick read, some of the stories I felt seemed a little rushed and could have used another page or two.
Ultimately, I enjoyed the stories (and poems). Great imagery, engaging stories, and super eerie!
Special thanks to J.V. Sadler. I received an ARC of Licking. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cannibalism
Moderate: Infertility, Self harm, and Sexual assault
Minor: Drug use, Blood, Vomit, and Abortion
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