I had no idea what to expect when I picked up this book by C.W. Briar and decided to buy it, no idea at all. But I’m sure glad I got it!
The collection of stories cover an impressive range of characters, settings and types of suspense. One story was based in space while another based in a strange land. I really enjoyed ‘The Case of Elizabeth Flora’, which had an interview style and a plot that had me neglecting dinner for the sake of knowing how it would end. ‘Ghoul’ is another favorite of mine– the 1890’s setting, the mentions of alchemy, the twists of horror that struck to the soul… Absolutely gripping!
I confess to not being one to typically like horror, but this traditional, quiet horror kept me riveted and loathe to put it down. Excellent anthology and well worth the read!
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