This is a bizarre and often disgusting novel about a disturbed group of people living in and around a bleak village. I'd say it's best described as grimy low fantasy. The plot is dark but simple, and the characters are interesting. The writing itself shines most brilliantly, as is often the case with Moshfegh's work (from what I've seen). Though fantasy isn't the main genre I read, I'd say I've never read another book like this, which is also typical of Moshfegh's work. She isn't afraid to be gross, which is something I enjoy in a writer and a novel.

Worth at least one read.