A review by synclaire
Universal Harvester by John Darnielle

mysterious slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

1.5

As a native of the Midwest I found the book’s emphasis on rural midwestern lifestyle nostalgic. However, I picked up the book because it was advertised as trippy, cerebral psychological horror. I do not think that is an accurate description of this novel by any means. Then again, maybe I just didn’t get it.