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ambert's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Rape
There is a story that contains limb amputation.philosopeles's review
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
A great book that should not be skipped if you enjoy reading the rich darkness from the early writings of Clive Barker, or if you're a new fan in search of such heat. Take your time reading this one, as this one is worth absorbing every little detail Clive includes and does not water down as he writes. The excerpt from his new book around the time this pocket book was released is worth reading for a taste outside of his Books of Blood stories. I found it amazing to read such unique body horror, a outlandish world of knots, and a Southern Gothic that leaves you piqued for more. As a fan and writer of gothic literature, I appreciate Clive's take on Southern Gothic, which was written well.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Death, Gore, Rape, Sexual content, Blood, and Murder