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A review by sorkatani
The Eidola Project by Robert Herold
dark
mysterious
3.0
Set towards the end of the 19th century, The Eidola Project is an intriguing story set in two parts. The first part of the story introduces us to the five members of the Eidola Project - a group formed to investigate paranormal phenomenon from a scientific perspective.
From a quick google search of noted events, I believe the story is set in 1885, or close to, as the American Civil War has ended and a period of twenty years has elapsed since the Battle of Fort Stedman. As such, it's a world deeply entrenched in racial segregation and white supremacy.
This is relevant as one of the main protagonists is a Black man. Despite being well-educated and holding a Ph.D, he is frequently met with racism and treated as a second-class citizen. The other members of the group, except for one, treat him has an equal. However, they also do not come to his defence or defend his rights when other members of society mistreat him. I mention this as it may be upsetting for some readers.
The story itself is quite interesting and follows the paths that lead all the members to the group before they set out to investigate a haunted house on Nantucket.
While the story is definitely a period horror, its atmosphere felt more akin to an adventure novel at times due to the overtones of curiosity and investigation.
While I enjoyed the story, I did feel the final scene was a little too succinct. Once the main reveal was reached, the story wrapped up very quickly. I wasn't sure if I had skipped a page and actually went back to check.
Other than that, my only other criticism is in regards to the book's cover. I think it insinuates a little too much about the story and makes the outcome rather expected. I think a more subtle cover would be best, but that's just me.
The Eidola Project is the first book in a series.
I'd like to thank Robert Herold for giving me a free digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
From a quick google search of noted events, I believe the story is set in 1885, or close to, as the American Civil War has ended and a period of twenty years has elapsed since the Battle of Fort Stedman. As such, it's a world deeply entrenched in racial segregation and white supremacy.
This is relevant as one of the main protagonists is a Black man. Despite being well-educated and holding a Ph.D, he is frequently met with racism and treated as a second-class citizen. The other members of the group, except for one, treat him has an equal. However, they also do not come to his defence or defend his rights when other members of society mistreat him. I mention this as it may be upsetting for some readers.
The story itself is quite interesting and follows the paths that lead all the members to the group before they set out to investigate a haunted house on Nantucket.
While the story is definitely a period horror, its atmosphere felt more akin to an adventure novel at times due to the overtones of curiosity and investigation.
While I enjoyed the story, I did feel the final scene was a little too succinct. Once the main reveal was reached, the story wrapped up very quickly. I wasn't sure if I had skipped a page and actually went back to check.
Other than that, my only other criticism is in regards to the book's cover. I think it insinuates a little too much about the story and makes the outcome rather expected. I think a more subtle cover would be best, but that's just me.
The Eidola Project is the first book in a series.
I'd like to thank Robert Herold for giving me a free digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.