Lucas M.

“Japanese Gothic” creates an eerie atmosphere through its tension-building, but its plot, characters, and tone are disjointed and inconsistent.

”Sourwood” doubles down on the haunted house formula while Frankenstein-ing its own monster with a delightful, gory, results.

While there are definitely times the plot throws everything at you to see what sticks, “I’ll Kill Your Imaginary for $200” is an amusing and pulpy ride.

“Grace” doesn’t have a particularly innovative story and occasionally falters in maintaining a coherent narrative. However, for those seeking a straightforward read that can dial up the tension, “Grace” is great choice.

Fans of Amy Poehler will relish delving deeper into her life. However, even they may be surprising amount of filler and hollow stories in “Yes Please.”