A review by jdcorley
Night-Gaunts: And Other Tales of Suspense by Joyce Carol Oates

dark emotional slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

A little bit lesser set of Oates-iana, her circuitous delve into the Lovecraftian lacks the force needed to believe in the alien. And although she tries it often, the point of view of the killer doesn't quite fit her deeply introspective tone. Still, Oates is a horror fan at heart, and we all should cheer every time she comes home to us.