Those Across the River

Horror is not my usual genre, but it is Halloween season and I do like to pick up a scary book or 2 every October. I listened to this audio book, and first and foremost I think the narrator is amazing, he really made the story. His accents were great and definitely made me feel as if I was in 1920s Georgia where the novel takes place. I really wonder how much I would have liked the book if I had read it vs listened to it - I bet less honestly.

Because otherwise it was pretty gross. But I guess that's not uncommon in horror - and it is a story about werewolves and yeah they do eat people. But apparently they are also rape-y, which is unfortunate. I liked the way the story of the main character's ancestors was woven in and also WWI. A lot going on made for a compelling listen.

It was definitely spooky and good for this time of year!