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A review by toffishay
The Dangers of Smoking in Bed by Mariana Enríquez
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
All of these stories are really affecting. The characters feel so real and the fear can be very intense, but in a way that is so matter of fact that makes it all the more terrifying. My favorite stories were "Angelita Unearthed", "The Well", "The Lookout", and "Where Are You, Dear Heart?" If you like Ottessa Moshfegh, Shirley Jackson, Kelly Link, or Amber Sparks but want a little more of a horror leaning, then I think you will find something to enjoy from this collection.
Graphic: Body horror, Child abuse, Child death, Pedophilia, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Terminal illness, Torture, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Trafficking, Grief, Cannibalism, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Alcoholism, Misogyny, Sexual content, Excrement, Kidnapping, Car accident, Murder, and Alcohol
Minor: Miscarriage, Xenophobia, and Abortion