If you, like me, love the televised adaptations of Lovecraft because you just can’t wade through the thick formal Lovecraft prose, this book will be a treat. All the creepy atmosphere and thought-provoking plots with none of the convoluted wordplay to untangle. In the Mad Mountains definitely gives off Victorian horror vibes but also reminds me of Black Mirror too.
Some of these tales are genuinely frightening. The story named in the title really made me think for days after reading it of how I would deal with being put in the characters’ position.
In the Mad Mountains is a great example of a writer in his prime working at the top of his game. It will scare the pants off of you while also making you think about deep philosophical questions. That’s a hard feat to pull off and so this collection of eight tales is highly recommended. 5 stars and a favorite!
Thanks to NetGalley and Tachyon Publications for providing me with an advanced review copy.