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snekmint's review
2.0
As other reviewers have said, this book is extremely mixed in terms of quality. I remember enjoying it when I was in high school, when some stories particularly struck me, but re-reading it almost 20 years later I feel quite differently about many of the stories.
Most are of only middling quality, very predictable twists or treat the subject without much reverence. It seems like most contemporary writers are trying to "put a twist on" ancient mythological creatures like sphinxes, unicorns and dragons, which just results in stories where these beings are reduced to cheery, relatable characters. If you really want to read about dragons and trolls that leave you trembling in your loafers, just go back to Tolkein. Otherwise, this compilation is little more than a trashy beach read.
Most are of only middling quality, very predictable twists or treat the subject without much reverence. It seems like most contemporary writers are trying to "put a twist on" ancient mythological creatures like sphinxes, unicorns and dragons, which just results in stories where these beings are reduced to cheery, relatable characters. If you really want to read about dragons and trolls that leave you trembling in your loafers, just go back to Tolkein. Otherwise, this compilation is little more than a trashy beach read.
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