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readingrobin 's review for:
The Werewolf at Dusk: And Other Stories
by David Small
dark
mysterious
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:
Yes
A big thank you to NetGalley and W. W. Norton & Company for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
The publishing trend of adult picture books appears to be on the rise and Werewolf at Dusk makes an excellent case for why it should continue. The stories contained here, all dealing with some sort of internal dread, are emotionally impactful and filled with illustrations that linger in the mind. Many of the locations, especially in the second story, give off a haunted quality with their deep colors and surreal imagery. Each of the stories feel particularly dreamlike, easily veering off into nightmare territory at certain points.
Fear seems to be a large thread that connects the stories, whether that be the fear of a weakening body, of losing a sense of reality, or starting to see the dark paths a society is about tread down. Though uncomfortable at times, the depiction of these fears lead to a connection through the parts of the human experience we all must eventually face. They feel like imparted wisdoms or cautionary tales from those who have lived enough life to know them well.
The publishing trend of adult picture books appears to be on the rise and Werewolf at Dusk makes an excellent case for why it should continue. The stories contained here, all dealing with some sort of internal dread, are emotionally impactful and filled with illustrations that linger in the mind. Many of the locations, especially in the second story, give off a haunted quality with their deep colors and surreal imagery. Each of the stories feel particularly dreamlike, easily veering off into nightmare territory at certain points.
Fear seems to be a large thread that connects the stories, whether that be the fear of a weakening body, of losing a sense of reality, or starting to see the dark paths a society is about tread down. Though uncomfortable at times, the depiction of these fears lead to a connection through the parts of the human experience we all must eventually face. They feel like imparted wisdoms or cautionary tales from those who have lived enough life to know them well.