A review by bitterlyenthusiastic_books
Flowers From the Void by Gianni Washington

5.0

Flowers From the Void by Gianni Washington is an absolute fever dream of a debut. Every story feels like you’ve stumbled into some dark, parallel world where the rules bend and reality skews just enough to feel unsettlingly close to home. Washington has crafted a collection that’s surreal, witty, and packed with an eerie, offbeat charm. The whole “otherworldly creature pulling the strings” premise works so well—each tale comes across as if it’s being acted out on a twisted stage, where dread and whimsy share the spotlight. 

 

The stories are the perfect length, each hitting hard and lingering long after. They’re punchy, heartfelt, and just the right amount of weird. It’s tough to pick a favorite, but “When I Cry It’s Somebody Else’s Blood” might be the one I’ll be thinking about for ages. If you’re into the uncanny, the strange, and the hauntingly intimate, Flowers From the Void is a collection that will lure you in and stay with you.