The Best of Richard Matheson by Richard Matheson

The Best of Richard Matheson

Richard Matheson

432 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy horror science fiction short stories dark reflective fast-paced

Description

The definitive collection of terrifying stories by one of the greatest writers of the 20th century (Ray Bradbury), edited by award-winning author Victor LaValle Among the greats of 20th-century horror and fantasy, few names stand above Richard Mat...

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Community Reviews Summary of 115 reviews

Moods

dark 94%
mysterious 76%
adventurous 47%
tense 35%
reflective 17%
challenging 11%
emotional 11%
funny 5%
informative 5%
inspiring 5%

Pace

medium 47%
fast 41%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 55% | A mix: 44%

Strong character development?

No: 44% | N/A: 33% | It's complicated: 22%

Loveable characters?

N/A: 37% | No: 37% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | N/A: 22% | Yes: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

N/A: 37% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 12%

Average rating

3.92

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