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A review by imaginary_space
The Ballad of Black Tom by Victor LaValle, Victor LaValle
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Cosmic horror without Lovecraftian racism? Count me in!
I enjoyed this book immensely, and not just because LaValle tells a story about race, but not a racist story, which is rare enough in this genre. It's also suspenseful, creepy, scary, most importantly: weird, and really well written.
The cosmic horror genre definitely needs more of this.
Instant favourite.
10/10 would recommend.
I enjoyed this book immensely, and not just because LaValle tells a story about race, but not a racist story, which is rare enough in this genre. It's also suspenseful, creepy, scary, most importantly: weird, and really well written.
The cosmic horror genre definitely needs more of this.
Instant favourite.
10/10 would recommend.