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theperksofthewild 's review for:
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Fascinatingly grotesque, this book kept my eyes glued to every page, to every word, turning my stomach upside down—yet never letting my gaze drift away. It is written in a way that, despite the most obscure plot points manifesting right before your eyes, it pulls you in with fierce immersion.
Themes of religion, body horror, the sense of belonging, and queerness are interwoven into three fascinatingly bizarre short stories. Naturally, I enjoyed some more than others ("Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke" completely swept me off my feet), but overall, it was a compelling and very quick read.
At times, I struggled to connect with the protagonists, as their choices felt so otherworldly and obscure. However, considering the bigger picture and reflecting on the author’s afterword, I gained a deeper understanding.
So, overall, I "enjoyed" it—at least as much as one can enjoy a series of horror stories that leave you with a gut punch once finished.
Themes of religion, body horror, the sense of belonging, and queerness are interwoven into three fascinatingly bizarre short stories. Naturally, I enjoyed some more than others ("Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke" completely swept me off my feet), but overall, it was a compelling and very quick read.
At times, I struggled to connect with the protagonists, as their choices felt so otherworldly and obscure. However, considering the bigger picture and reflecting on the author’s afterword, I gained a deeper understanding.
So, overall, I "enjoyed" it—at least as much as one can enjoy a series of horror stories that leave you with a gut punch once finished.