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Crypt of the Moon Spider by Nathan Ballingrud
5.0
dark mysterious tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

Overall Score: A

I really enjoyed this novella. This a Gothic horror set in an alternative history 1920s where humans have access to the moon.

Also on the moon?

Spiders.

The writing is great. The characters are interesting. The plot and flow of the story is really nice. There are "flashback" scenes but they are done so well and actually have point. I devoured this book and will most likely devour the next one as well!