jinxiejenna 's review for:

What Moves the Dead by T. Kingfisher

4.0

adventurous dark emotional funny mysterious reflective fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

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This is a really enjoyable, quick gothic horror read. I haven’t read Poe’s The Fall of the House of Usher, but this retelling stands perfectly on its own — easy to follow, atmospheric, and unique.

I loved how unsettling yet accessible the story was, and how creative the author is with her eerie, understated worldbuilding. Another thing I deeply appreciate about T. Kingfisher is her thoughtful inclusivity; the protagonist’s gender identity is written respectfully and naturally, which adds meaningful representation. 

A perfect choice if you’re in the mood for something dark and strange but don’t want to commit to a long, heavy book.