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netherworld_books's review
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
janel_bernotas's review
5.0
“Never Wake: An Anthology of Dream Horror” … This was most definitely a page turner! Nightmares, hallucinations, paranoia, etc…I never knew the myriad of ways that dreams and the like could instill fear. Some of the authors featured in this anthology are some whose works I’ve enjoyed before, others were new to me and I’m so glad I had this opportunity to find them. As a whole, I can’t pick favorites here as the entire book is fantastic! I’m positive this is one that I’ll read over and over again. This is a must read for horror fans everywhere! I was originally sent a copy of this book by @crystal_lake_publishing for free in exchange for my honest review. However, I enjoyed it so much that I went back and purchased a copy as well. It’s THAT good! Read it. You won’t be sorry.
aratecla_the_bookrat's review against another edition
5.0
This was an amazing collection of short horror stories centred on dream horror! I don't dream often so I was really intrigued to see how the theme of dreaming was going to be explored by this line up of great authors.
I was surprised by how varied these stories were and how original! There were maybe a couple I really didn't feel connected to but most of them did really affect me in some way and got me thinking.. be it about dreams, mental health, sleep, relationships, the future.. Just so many opportunities to reflect that were inspired by the many wonderful stories!
I think my mind was so captivated by some of these that I did have related dreams, or perhaps nightmares?
The writing styles were also varied, ranging from poetic to stream of consciousness, to literally dream-like.. I have favourites obviously, but I won't say which as I think they were all amazing anyway!
If you like varied, unique and very well written anthologies of short horror stories, I highly recommend you to read this one!
One of my favourite quotes was:
"Life and death, and what is death but sleep? Because when I close my eyes I cease to exist on this plane".
Thank you to Crystal Lake Publishing for the opportunity to read it and this is my honest review.
I was surprised by how varied these stories were and how original! There were maybe a couple I really didn't feel connected to but most of them did really affect me in some way and got me thinking.. be it about dreams, mental health, sleep, relationships, the future.. Just so many opportunities to reflect that were inspired by the many wonderful stories!
I think my mind was so captivated by some of these that I did have related dreams, or perhaps nightmares?
The writing styles were also varied, ranging from poetic to stream of consciousness, to literally dream-like.. I have favourites obviously, but I won't say which as I think they were all amazing anyway!
If you like varied, unique and very well written anthologies of short horror stories, I highly recommend you to read this one!
One of my favourite quotes was:
"Life and death, and what is death but sleep? Because when I close my eyes I cease to exist on this plane".
Thank you to Crystal Lake Publishing for the opportunity to read it and this is my honest review.
liznannigans's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
medium-paced
3.0
silenttwg's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
4.5
This is a collection of twisted dreams/nightmares captured from a variety of authors and well worth a read or two.
It's beautifully done. I loved how the writings styles were not "dumbed down" but were beautiful, dark, made you think. This was a double-edged sword though because if you read it while half awake, you may miss important details. I made this mistake a few times and had to reread a few spots to get properly caught up.
These tales had an otherworldly feel to them and drug you down different paths than one would expect. I think "Dream Horror" is a fantastic way to describe it because that's how it felt, very dreamy, astral, and horrific.
I received a digital copy with a request for an honest review but enjoyed it enough I will be ordering a physical version. Well worth adding to the collection.
It's beautifully done. I loved how the writings styles were not "dumbed down" but were beautiful, dark, made you think. This was a double-edged sword though because if you read it while half awake, you may miss important details. I made this mistake a few times and had to reread a few spots to get properly caught up.
These tales had an otherworldly feel to them and drug you down different paths than one would expect. I think "Dream Horror" is a fantastic way to describe it because that's how it felt, very dreamy, astral, and horrific.
I received a digital copy with a request for an honest review but enjoyed it enough I will be ordering a physical version. Well worth adding to the collection.
janel_bernotas's review against another edition
5.0
“Never Wake: An Anthology of Dream Horror” … This was most definitely a page turner! Nightmares, hallucinations, paranoia, etc…I never knew the myriad of ways that dreams and the like could instill fear. Some of the authors featured in this anthology are some whose works I’ve enjoyed before, others were new to me and I’m so glad I had this opportunity to find them. As a whole, I can’t pick favorites here as the entire book is fantastic! I’m positive this is one that I’ll read over and over again. This is a must read for horror fans everywhere! I was originally sent a copy of this book by @crystal_lake_publishing for free in exchange for my honest review. However, I enjoyed it so much that I went back and purchased a copy as well. It’s THAT good! Read it. You won’t be sorry.
wildnweirdbrandon's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
5.0
When I first saw the proposal for this anthology, I didn't realize how varied stories based on dreams could be. Some of the stories are existential, some of them premonitions and some of them are waking dreams. I got lost in these stories, each very different from the rest.
I was impressed with the mix of styles and perspectives.
Overall, I believe Eric LaRocca wrote my favorite story. I won't spoil anything, but this story hit close to home for me as I was in a relationship that I also felt trapped in.
5/5!
I was impressed with the mix of styles and perspectives.
Overall, I believe Eric LaRocca wrote my favorite story. I won't spoil anything, but this story hit close to home for me as I was in a relationship that I also felt trapped in.
5/5!
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