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Never Whistle at Night: An Indigenous Dark Fiction Anthology by Shane Hawk, Theodore C. Van Alst Jr.
4.5
challenging dark informative mysterious tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: N/A
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

This is a super strong collection with little to no skips. There are plenty of horrifying moments, from the first story that requires a type of murderous (but righteously so) doppelganger through to tales of humans-as-monsters, cursed roads, and the horror of colonization. It's also a great who's who showcase of modern indigenous authors and an excellent reference for further reading. 

Since these stories are rooted in oral tradition, I highly recommend the beautifully produced audiobook. Highly recommended if you're into folklore, ghost stories, and great writing. 4.5 on SG rounded up to 5 for GR.