This messed me up.

While this collection contains a few skips, the strong stories are sooo strong that the skips end up being breathe of fresh air.

This is atmospheric horror and definitely isn't for everyone. Dread mounts with every paragraph and stories sometimes end abruptly, and ambiguity only adds to the dread. I found this truly creepy and memorable.

All that said, content warning for most things. If the mention of a particular dark theme upsets you, it's safe to assume it's in this book. Some topics include cannibalism, self harm, sexual violence, all kinds of bodily fluids, abuse of minors, the occult, human trafficking, and lots of death.

Recommended if you're into horror that relies on dread and uncertainty, are interested in South American lit, and have a strong stomach.