I first read “Creepy Sheen” from this author and was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked it, and this collection was a great follow-up, full of fresh, creative, somewhat insane ideas. I think I laughed almost as much as I cringed. A turducken come to life? That’s only the beginning.
One thing I really enjoy about this author is her use of language and descriptions. Sometimes things can get a little overly wordy, but her descriptions are visceral, which is perfect for these kind of stories. Even if the circumstances are absolutely bonkers, you feel like you are right there with the characters. Gransden also finds a way to make the characters feel real and relatable. Did I feel sympathy for the boy in ‘Seeping Willow’ who was drugged by his mother? Yes. Did I feel sympathy for the ‘Happy Bunny’ who lived an empty life between jumps through a portal every time he had a gig in a movie? Also yes.
Overall, I recommend this collection for anyone who likes quick reads in the horror genre, as long as you like quite a bit of quirk and have a dark sense of humor.
