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A review by youmns
Cursed: An Anthology of Dark Fairy Tales by James Brogden, Jane Yolen, Jen Williams, Catriona Ward, Margo Lanagan, Karen Joy Fowler, Alison Littlewood, Marie O'Regan, Christopher Golden, Adam Stemple, Maura McHugh, Christina Henry, Paul Kane, M.R. Carey, Christopher Fowler, Neil Gaiman, Lilith Saintcrow, Charlie Jane Anders, Tim Lebbon, Angela Slatter, Michael Marshall Smith
dark
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
2.75
This was fine. Like most anthologies, the stories are a mixed bag of quality, most good with some few duds. The first stories are the best, though the last is not the worst.
I did actually enjoy the read, though it wasn't exceptional.
I did actually enjoy the read, though it wasn't exceptional.