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Night of the Mannequins by Stephen Graham Jones

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challenging dark sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book was wild. Completely unhinged. 

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Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune

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This one just didn’t keep my attention like the first one did.
Christmas and Other Horrors: A Winter Solstice Anthology by Ellen Datlow

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adventurous dark funny mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

5.0

An excellent short story collection for the season!
The Nightmare Before Kissmas by Sara Raasch

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 34%.
I really, really, really, really wanted to enjoy this book. This just wasn’t for me.
Nothing But Blackened Teeth by Cassandra Khaw

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dark mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I really enjoyed this novella. It was deliciously creepy!! I’ll definitely read Khaw’s other works. I recommend this one for folks who love a haunted house. It could be a really good book slump buster!
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna

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funny hopeful lighthearted sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This was a very sweet read! I’ve been a little over Witch Books recently but I ate this one up. Such charming characters! And I enjoyed the romance. Definitely recommend for folks in search of a cozier vibes with stakes just high enough to keep you wondering how it will turn out. 
A Botanical Daughter by Noah Medlock

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adventurous dark mysterious reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I really enjoyed this book! It kept me guessing, with many delightful twists and turns. I enjoyed the botanical twist on a classic story. A fun read with a lot to chew on!!
On the Subject of Blackberries by Stephanie M. Wytovich

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emotional mysterious slow-paced
I enjoyed reading this horror poetry inspired by Shirley Jackson! Very fun if you like We Have Always Lived in the Castle. Interesting reflections on life, pregnancy, existence. 
Haunted Ever After by Jen DeLuca

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funny lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
This book was fun! Horror romance like I’ve never read it before. If you’re looking for romance with ghosts, you will find it here. Quick, easy read!