So this was weird. Like eerie, spooky weird, but also fun, even somewhat cute (it’s got a tabby cat) and extremely atmospheric. I mean, if taxidermy isn’t setting a perfect gothic mood, what is?

Not only is this atmospheric and beautifully written, with just the right dose of prose (not too flowery), it’s also spills with sarcastic and dark humor. Which, is an acquired taste, but is really my kind of humor.

Was this what I expected? Maybe not. I thought this would be bloodchilling horror with loads of jump scares, and it for sure has some real gory horror scenes, but it was more a how-twisted-is-your-imagination kind of horror.

Still, it spooked me quite a few times, made me feel anxious quite a bit and had me rooting for Carrot, her sidekick Simon and most of all for the tabby cat, Beau. So, if you’re looking for an atmospheric read with horrific moments and dark humor, look no further.