A review by jeffmauch
The October Country by Ray Bradbury

4.0

Like most short story collections, there are mix of good and bad here, but I think far more good. This is very early Bradbury and it's clear he isn't quite in his grove yet, but is showing bits of promise in some stories. There are 3 stories here in particular that stand out to me. The first is "The Wind", which while somewhat predictable, is great in both its pacing and twist. Secondly, "The Scythe" was a tale that took me by surprise in both its creativity and its sadness. Lastly, "The Lake", which, while again somewhat predictable is still hauntingly sad. I truly love most everything of Bradbury's that I've read especially when he writes children (Something Wicked This Way Comes, Dandelion Wine) and I like that i can see glimpses of his future success in some of these stories.