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Save:'Lovecraft Country' by Matt Ruff is a collection of tightly interconnected stories set in 1950s Jim Crow America, following a black family dealing with both the horrors of racism and Lovecraftian supernatural forces. The plot revolves around the family members navigating through secret societies, magic, and eldritch horrors while facing the challenges of racism and discrimination. The writing style is described as a blend of historical fiction and old-style horror, seamlessly weaving together elements of Lovecraftian tropes with the harsh realities of Jim Crow laws.
JIM CROW MILE—A unit of measurement, peculiar to colored motorists, comprising both physical distance and random helpings of fear, paranoia, frustration, and outrage. Its amorphous nature makes exact ... - #2
Save:In The City We Became, N.K. Jemisin creates a fantastical tale where New York City's soul manifests into human avatars representing its five boroughs, each embodying the unique characteristics of their area. These avatars must come together to battle an ancient evil threatening the city, with themes of racism, diversity, and unity woven throughout the fast-paced narrative. The book is praised for its thrilling plot, diverse characters, and the homage it pays to the complexities of New York City, capturing both its flaws and its beauty.
Fucking city. I stand on the rooftop of a building I don’t live in and spread my arms and tighten my middle and yell nonsense ululations at the construction site that blocks my view. I’m really singin... - #3
Save:House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski is a complex and ambitious novel that delves into the mysterious record of a house that defies physics, expanding and lacking spatial boundaries. The story is told unconventionally through different perspectives, utilizing unique page layouts, sentences, paragraphs, and words to create imagery that parallels the narrative. The book also incorporates numerous footnotes that reference various elements, both real and imaginary, adding layers of depth to the storytelling.
The narrative structure of the book weaves together multiple stories within stories, creating a layered and enthralling journey into the unknown. Readers are drawn into the tale of The Navidson Record, told through the lenses of Zampano and Johnny Truant, each contributing to the unfolding mystery of the house that challenges reality. The book's presentation and narrative style offer a blend of horror, academic critique, and metafictional elements, making it a compelling and thought-provoking read.
§Provide examples of hand shadows ranging from crabs, snails, rabbits,and turtles to dragons, panthers, tigers, and kangaroos. Also includehippos, frogs, elephants, birds of paradise, dogs, cockatoos,... - #4
Save:'The Fold' by Peter Clines is a science fiction novel that delves into the mysteries of teleportation and alternate dimensions. The story follows Mike, a high school literature teacher with a photographic memory and genius IQ, who is recruited by the government to investigate a teleportation project gone awry in the California desert. As Mike delves deeper into the project, he uncovers eerie mysteries and faces unexpected twists, leading to a thrilling and action-packed finale. The book combines elements of speculative fiction, mystery, and fantasy, offering a fast-paced and engaging narrative that keeps readers hooked until the very end.
The writing style of 'The Fold' is described as fast-paced, action-packed, and entertaining. The plot unfolds gradually, revealing twists and turns that captivate the reader's interest. The book features a diverse cast of characters, intriguing sci-fi concepts, and unexpected plot developments that add depth to the story. Despite some comparisons to other sci-fi works, 'The Fold' stands out for its unique take on parallel universes and teleportation, offering a blend of mystery, suspense, and science fiction that keeps readers engaged from start to finish.
Becky bit back a smile, even though Denise couldn’t see it over the phone. They’d had this conversation every other week for two months now. It still made for a good distraction, though, and helped fi...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Threshold ) - #5
Save:'Black Helicopters' in the series 'Tinfoil Dossier' by author Caitlin R. Kiernan is a horror story that deviates from the Mythos towards the creation of a powerful psychic human being, intertwining with super secretive nameless agencies during the Deer Isle incident. The narrative style pushes its way into the reader's mind, containing Lovecraftian elements along with a mix of various genres, creating a mosaic of interwoven storylines with threads reaching back and forth across the series. consists of chapters and small vignettes that jump backward, forward, and sideways through over a century of time, introducing characters who flourish and subside while the ramifications of events and decisions continually present themselves.
Here’s the scene: Ptolema sits alone in the booth at Bewley’s Oriental, sipping bitter black coffee. The October morning sun makes hard candy of Harry Clarke’s stained-glass windows, and she checks he...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Tinfoil Dossier ) - #6
Save:In the immersive online RPG "Secret of the Old Ones," Trent Noguero plays a character named Vale dePardon who stumbles upon a big secret within the game. As he follows a strategy to maximize his character's Luck statistic, he must navigate the virtual world to avoid real-life consequences that could endanger his loved ones. To manage the situation, Trent must form a team, grow personally, and take control of both his virtual and real lives. The setting of the book is a bit vague but definitely somewhere in the future where cybernetic implants enhance the RPG experience.
The book explores themes of luck, strategy, character growth, and the consequences of virtual actions on real life. It presents an interesting world with immersive mechanics and hints at the Lovecraft Mythos, focusing on character development and leveling aspects rather than horror elements.
He’d been playing as Vale dePardon in Secret of the Old Ones for a year and had just hit level ten a week ago. It was quite an accomplishment. Of the millions of people who were playing the game aroun... - #7
Save:The Fisherman by John Langan is a cosmic horror novel that offers a fresh take on the genre, focusing on the underlying horror of loss rather than existential dread. The story follows Abe and Dan, two men bonded by heartbreak and fishing, as they are drawn to Dutchman's Creek by a local legend. The narrative weaves together elements of cosmic horror, quiet horror, and psychological terror, creating a dark and brooding tale that explores themes of grief, obsession, and the consequences of seeking the unknown.
I had most of it [Howard said] from Reverend Mapple. He was minister at the Lutheran Church in Woodstock, and what you’d call a local history buff. After I heard the story I’m going to tell you, I did... - #8
Save:"He Who Walks in Shadow" by Brett J. Talley follows the story of Carter Weston's daughter, Rachel Jones, and his friend Henry Armitage as they embark on a journey to recover the lost Incendium Maleficarum and prevent an ancient evil from plunging the world into darkness. Set in the 1930s, the plot combines elements of Lovecraftian horror with an Indiana Jones-style adventure, taking the characters from the Tunguska forest to the catacombs of Paris and the Scottish Isles. The narrative is told through journal entries and diary formats, providing multiple perspectives on their quest and encounters with occult rituals and supernatural entities.
There is a legend from the long ago, passed down through the ages on whispered words and shuddered sayings, written of in arcane and forbidden tomes, locked away in the dusty halls of abandoned librar... - #9
Save:"Meddling Kids" by Edgar Cantero follows the story of former kid detectives who reunite as troubled adults to re-investigate their last case, which is the root of their dysfunction. The narrative is a self-aware mishmash of genres, blending elements of teen detectives like Scooby Doo with Lovecraftian horror. The characters, damaged by their early experiences, embark on a journey filled with nostalgia, supernatural forces, and unresolved mysteries from their past, leading to a fast-paced and action-packed adventure.
The writing style of Cantero in "Meddling Kids" is described as unique and engaging, featuring meta-textual references, witty dialogues, and a blend of humor and dark themes. The author's ability to create compelling characters, incorporate nods to classic childhood mysteries, and infuse the narrative with elements of horror and humor makes the book an entertaining and captivating read for fans of the genre.
She flung the door open to clamorous nonreaction, silhouetted down to a bulky jacket and a baseball cap, the blue wind blowing away the title card. Dramatically opening doors was one of Andy’s few nat... - #10
Save:'A Study in Emerald' by Neil Gaiman is a graphic novel adaptation of Gaiman's 2003 short story that combines elements of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes stories with H.P. Lovecraft's Cthulhu Mythos. The story follows a detective and his assistant investigating the death of a crowned prince, only to discover a world ruled by the Great Old Ones who conquered humanity. The book intricately weaves together mystery, horror, and fantasy elements to deliver a unique and complex narrative that appeals to fans of Gaiman, Doyle, and Lovecraft.
The graphic novel captures the essence of Gaiman's original story, bringing it to life with beautiful illustrations that perfectly complement the tone of the narrative. The artwork pays scrupulous attention to detail, creating a mysterious and immersive atmosphere that enhances the Lovecraftian and Sherlock Holmes elements of the plot. Overall, 'A Study in Emerald' offers readers a fresh and engaging take on familiar literary worlds, making it a must-read for fans of mystery, horror, and fantasy genres.
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