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 Kathleen S. Allen’s The Resurrectionist is a gothic blend of science, obsession, and horror that draws readers into the shadowy underworld of Victorian medical ambition. Described as “a gothic tale of medical mystery and sinister suspense,” it delivers on atmosphere while playing with themes of power, corruption, and the dangerous pursuit of recognition. The story follows seventeen-year-old Dilly Rothbart, who discovers her late father’s hidden journal containing instructions to bring the dead back to life. Determined to prove herself as more than just a grieving daughter, Dilly dives headfirst into a grisly world of grave robbing, corpse-stealing, and unethical science. As her obsession grows, so does the danger—to herself, her relationships, and ultimately, her humanity. I found this to be a fun and gripping read, one that held my attention from beginning to end. In fact, it was the fastest I’ve read a book in quite some time. While the story is somewhat predictable (the desc...

Anyone who knows me has heard me rave—probably more than once—about Don't Let the Forest In . It was hands-down the best book I read in 2024, so when I had the opportunity to get my hands on C.G. Drews’ newest novel Hazelthorn before release, I was over the moon. And let me tell you—I was not disappointed in the least. From the very first page, Drews wraps you in a chilling, lyrical embrace. The writing is once again gorgeously atmospheric, each sentence steeped in tension and dark beauty. Evander’s life at the Hazelthorn estate is as claustrophobic as it is mesmerizing, bound by strict rules meant to keep him safe—or so he’s been told. But when Byron Lennox-Hall dies and Evander inherits the sprawling, vine-choked grounds, the thin line between safety and danger frays fast. The mystery is riveting: a possible murder, an uneasy alliance with Laurie—the boy who once tried to kill Evander—and a garden that feels terrifyingly alive. The creeping botanical body horror is vivid and...