Carter and Lovecraft [Book Swap #3]

Item: Carter and Lovecraft [Book Swap #3]
Rating: 7.2
Author: Alexandra and Chelsey

Alexandra and Chelsey February 8, 2016 Death of the Author Reviews, May Madness, Reviews, Video

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6ua2mASTg8?showinfo=0&w=853&h=480]

Summary

Carter & Lovecraft has enough Weird to satisfy any Lovecraft fan out there. With an unsettling vibe throughout the novel and film noir-esque premise, this book is one to enjoy.

Good

The way the twist works
Emily Lovecraft is a subtle and fun character
Sets up for what could be an awesome series
Creepy town
Strong and interesting secondary characters
Love the cosmic horror
Critiques it's Lovecraftian origins
Great twist

Bad

Feels like just an introduction to this world
Slower pace

7.2

Good

Plot - 8

Characters - 6

Setting - 7

Writing Style - 8

Enjoyability - 7

Written by

Alexandra and Chelsey

Chelsey and Alexandra have been posting book reviews by text or video for over 5 years now. When they're not reading and writing reviews they usually have a fantasy project in queue that they're working on. You can also catch them around town at cons and expos once or twice a year.

Have your say!

5 0