Book Review // The Tomb and Other Short Stories by H.P. Lovecraft
Back into the world of H.P. Lovecraft! After my adventures in Arkham, I'm exploring The Tomb and Other Short Stories, taking in everything from creepy mausoleums and mysterious underground churches to strange creatures and a trip to a newly colonised Venus! Some cracking stories, a few that missed the mark, and a reminder that Lovecraft's writing can be as uncomfortable as it is atmospheric.
The Lurker at the Threshold – H. P. Lovecraft & August Derleth
Horror season is upon Ottawa, which means Pumpkin Spice Lattes and a healthy dose of eldritch horror! I'm diving into my thrift-store haul of H.P. Lovecraft, starting with The Lurker at the Threshold by Lovecraft and August Derleth. An ancient house, occult secrets, and Elder Gods… sounds promising, right? Well, let's just say this one didn't quite hit the mark for me. DROKK!
Book Review // The Alchemist by H.P. Lovecraft
A moody return into the early work of H.P. Lovecraft, The Alchemist offers a gothic, slow-burning tale of curses and crumbling legacies.