Can Such Things Be? by Ambrose Bierce

Can Such Things Be?

Ambrose Bierce

196 pages first pub 1893 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror short stories dark mysterious slow-paced

Description

24 short stories in fairly typical Bierce fashion ghostly, spooky, to be read (or listened to) in the dark, perhaps with a light crackling fire burning dimly in the background. Stories of ghosts, apparitions, and strange, inexplicable occurrences ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 40 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
dark 80%
adventurous 40%
lighthearted 20%
reflective 20%
tense 20%

Pace

slow 40%
medium 40%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 75% | Plot: 25%

Strong character development?

N/A: 50% | No: 50%

Loveable characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 33% | N/A: 33% | Yes: 33%

Average rating

3.69

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