A review by screamdogreads
In Dreams We Rot by Betty Rocksteady
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
These stories are surreal, strange, fever dream like glimpses into a world of horror and grief. Some stories are deeply visceral and evocative, and some are vague, abstract tales of terror. As is the norm with anthologies, some stories were far better than others.
The Bones Beneath Their Feet, Postpartum and The Desert Of Wounded Frequencies were the ones I enjoyed the most. There are many fantastic stories in this collection, though a few did feel like they were trying a little too hard. I'm curious to see what this author does next.
The Bones Beneath Their Feet, Postpartum and The Desert Of Wounded Frequencies were the ones I enjoyed the most. There are many fantastic stories in this collection, though a few did feel like they were trying a little too hard. I'm curious to see what this author does next.