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A review by drakaina16
Root Rot by Saskia Nislow
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Thank you to NetGalley for providing a review copy.
What a bizarre little book. Folk horror doesn't seem to quite fit, and neither does eco horror (although the book contains elements of both). The plot revolves around a family reunion, with an unnamed Narrator. The children in the house are referred to by what seems to be the Narrator's nicknames for them (The Liar, The Secret Keeper, etc). The book reads like a dopesick fever dream. I never quite knew what was going on, but I was riveted. I'm not 100% sure what was going on, but I do have some theories. If you're into weird horror, give this one a try. 4.25 stars
What a bizarre little book. Folk horror doesn't seem to quite fit, and neither does eco horror (although the book contains elements of both). The plot revolves around a family reunion, with an unnamed Narrator. The children in the house are referred to by what seems to be the Narrator's nicknames for them (The Liar, The Secret Keeper, etc). The book reads like a dopesick fever dream. I never quite knew what was going on, but I was riveted. I'm not 100% sure what was going on, but I do have some theories. If you're into weird horror, give this one a try. 4.25 stars