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Prompt: gothic theme
Premise was promising and the cover is so beautiful, it doesn't deserve the weak writing. Dialogue and details were mostly anachronistic to the 1950s setting, except for the sexism and eugenics. The rants were correct, this wasn't Mexican nor gothic. I will go read a Du Maurier or Jackson or even Ware again to get true atmospheric writing. ...more
Premise was promising and the cover is so beautiful, it doesn't deserve the weak writing. Dialogue and details were mostly anachronistic to the 1950s setting, except for the sexism and eugenics. The rants were correct, this wasn't Mexican nor gothic. I will go read a Du Maurier or Jackson or even Ware again to get true atmospheric writing. ...more
3,5 stars, but rounded it up because of the gorgeous cover XD
This is an unsual book- first, I think this was more like a gothic/mystery kind of book - but turned out there are some fantastical horror elements too, so please don't be surprised. You will enjoy the ride more if you don't have certain expectations and just follow along with the writer.
The characters in this story are pretty much unlikable, even Noemi, the main characters, was a spoiled brat and sometimes was pretty slow. And the Doy ...more
This is an unsual book- first, I think this was more like a gothic/mystery kind of book - but turned out there are some fantastical horror elements too, so please don't be surprised. You will enjoy the ride more if you don't have certain expectations and just follow along with the writer.
The characters in this story are pretty much unlikable, even Noemi, the main characters, was a spoiled brat and sometimes was pretty slow. And the Doy ...more
Rather a departure from my normal reading but thoroughly enjoyed it. Creepy yet entertaining and somewhat predictable. 3.5 stars
Beautiful, dark, creepy but with a uniquely romantic sensibility. Unlike anything I’ve ever read. Some of the gross parts were disturbing and pretty icky but the strong story and compelling characters made it worthwhile. Really good, can’t wait to read more by this author!
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