Neil Gaiman's collection includes stories and poems, with an introduction that discusses each one. It contains "The Truth Is a Cave in the Black Mountains," a revenge quest in Scotland, "A Calendar of Tales," twelve stories inspired by months, and "Click-Clack the Rattlebag," a tale of a boy and a scary dark. There is also a story in which Doctor Who appears, and a tale in which Shadow from American Gods returns, "Black Dog." The pieces range from horror and fantasy to quiet sadness.
Suited to Gaiman's fans and to short fiction readers who like fairy tales for adults. It makes a good sampler of his range, with several stories that can be read in one sitting.
Balanced in tone; a moderate read.
Best for readers like The Story Seeker. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2015
- Language
- EN
