One hell of an accomplished first novel, with all of the hallmarks of characterization, plot, and theme that French explored in numerous later novels, all right out of the gate. One of my favorite aspects of French’s work is her subtle nods towards folklore and folk horror, which are pleasingly present here. Book: 1 out… View Article

I didn’t quite reach my goal of reading 52 books in 52 weeks this year, but I’m happy enough to have neared my goal—for the first time in a few years (I regularly used to blow past 52 books; Oh well)—with this spooky tale of a very bad, oblivious husband. Book: 49 out of 52

Ligotti’s introduction—written for this appealing, one-story chapbook with a screen-printed dust jacket—offers a good encapsulation of his approach versus other horror writers. His stories aren’t the dawning of a nightmare; in them, the nightmare has long been underway. It can be heavy going sometimes, but here in particular, it’s ensorcelling. Book: 49 out of 52