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A review by pandaintheshelves
What Feasts at Night by T. Kingfisher
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
Thank you, NetGalley and MacMillan Audio for providing me with an advanced listening copy in exchange for an honest review.
So, here's the deal: if you enjoyed "What Moves the Dead," you'll want to read this book ASAP. While it might not quite reach the same level of eeriness, and goosebumps as What Moves the Dead it's still a... wild... ride... Also, disclaimer: while you can read it as a standalone I STRONGLY recommend you read the first one so you won't miss all the references and a lot of the character development.
I adored the narrator. Their voice is so on point with the story vibes! It has the "wise person" quality that I think fits perfectly with this kind of book. And the way they gave each character their voice and distinctive personality! I would love to hear more books narrated by them.
Kingfisher's writing is so compelling. The way she describes everything makes you feel like you're right there in Easton's family hunting lodge. The creepy vibes were *chef's kiss*. And don't get me started on the dream sequences. It was like being there, inside Alex's brain, living the nightmares with them. Pure gold.
I love we got to see more of the characters that endeared me in What Moves the Dead like witty Angus and mushroom-expert Miss Potter teaming up with Easton and bantering in what felt like very funny and wholesome moments. I particularly enjoyed getting to know Alex better, getting deeper into their war experiences and the way they processed their PTSD. One of the things I appreciate the most about Kingfisher's writing is the way she balances the more serious, spooky moments with dry humour and wittiness, without making dark scenes lose their essence or taking gravity from emotional ones.
I do gotta say, there were a few moments when the story felt like it lost its pace. And I didn't understand some of the choices the author made. Also, since I'm already being persnickety, I would have liked a bit more horror action. But hey, that's just me being greedy because I couldn't get enough of this world Kingfisher has created.
In the end, "What Feasts at Night" might not be perfect, but it's pretty darn close. If you're into gothic horror, spooky, atmospheric reads with a side of humor, do yourself a favour and dive into this book. Trust me, you won't regret it!
So, here's the deal: if you enjoyed "What Moves the Dead," you'll want to read this book ASAP. While it might not quite reach the same level of eeriness, and goosebumps as What Moves the Dead it's still a... wild... ride... Also, disclaimer: while you can read it as a standalone I STRONGLY recommend you read the first one so you won't miss all the references and a lot of the character development.
I adored the narrator. Their voice is so on point with the story vibes! It has the "wise person" quality that I think fits perfectly with this kind of book. And the way they gave each character their voice and distinctive personality! I would love to hear more books narrated by them.
Kingfisher's writing is so compelling. The way she describes everything makes you feel like you're right there in Easton's family hunting lodge. The creepy vibes were *chef's kiss*. And don't get me started on the dream sequences. It was like being there, inside Alex's brain, living the nightmares with them. Pure gold.
I love we got to see more of the characters that endeared me in What Moves the Dead like witty Angus and mushroom-expert Miss Potter teaming up with Easton and bantering in what felt like very funny and wholesome moments. I particularly enjoyed getting to know Alex better, getting deeper into their war experiences and the way they processed their PTSD. One of the things I appreciate the most about Kingfisher's writing is the way she balances the more serious, spooky moments with dry humour and wittiness, without making dark scenes lose their essence or taking gravity from emotional ones.
I do gotta say, there were a few moments when the story felt like it lost its pace. And I didn't understand some of the choices the author made. Also, since I'm already being persnickety, I would have liked a bit more horror action. But hey, that's just me being greedy because I couldn't get enough of this world Kingfisher has created.
In the end, "What Feasts at Night" might not be perfect, but it's pretty darn close. If you're into gothic horror, spooky, atmospheric reads with a side of humor, do yourself a favour and dive into this book. Trust me, you won't regret it!