Eclectic Collection
Johnny Mains has resurrected his annual collection of short stories for the Best British Horror 2018 edition. This volume contains seventeen tales that are truly eclectic and prioritize classic horror themes of irony and psychological dread over gore. Settings span from gothic 19th century to futuristic science fiction, urban to isolated locales. The collection has something to please all horror fans: haunted houses, cursed objects, Lovecraftian creatures, doppelgangers, ghosts and transfigured humans. As in any collection, there are stronger and weaker entries, but each selection has obviously been curated with care-making Best British Horror 2018 a chilling and worthwhile read from beginning to end.
Thanks to Library Thing and NewCon Press for an ARC of this title in exchange for an unbiased review.
