A review by briannareads1342
The Clown Brigade by Stephen Graham Jones

dark tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.75

 This is my second Stephen Graham Jones book, while Night of the Mannequins did something different and seemingly more nebulous with where we see the protagonist by the end [at least, I think. I still find myself thinking about that one from time to time]. The Clown Brigade left you with no doubt about how it would end while still leaving you horrified at what you know will happen after the last line. It's a twisted tale we've all seen before [way too many times, unfortunately] but will nonetheless make you feel uncomfortable—terrified for those around Kyle. All in the span of an hour.

Graham Jones uses his limited time in this novella to significant effect. 
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