A review by mcnan
Books of Blood: Volume One by Clive Barker

dark funny medium-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? It's complicated

4.0

My first time reading any Barker and I was impressed by his range and the dynamic way he adapts his voice to match the story. This collection has a lot of range and some incredible stories. Individual thoughts below.
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The Book of Blood: 3.8/5. What an intro!!! Wild start. 

The Midnight Meat Train: 3.8/5. Did NOT expect where this story went. 

The Yattering and Jack: 4/5. This was such a fun cat-and-mouse game and I loved the way he slowly unraveled the situation for us. 

Pig Blood Blues: 4.8/5. Maybe my favorite in the collection, which I was surprised about because I typically don't like prison stories. Feels the most like true horror.

Sex, Death, and Sunshine: 2.5/5. I get the theme, but this story drug on for too long for me and it just wasn't hittin'. 

In the Hills, the Cities: 4.5/5. A truly wild concept for a story but it works so so well. Ambiguous enough for discussion, enjoyable enough for hype.