Tales of Pain and Wonder
by Caitlin R. Kiernan
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Author: Caitlin R. KiernanEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2002-01
ISBN: 189206538X
Number of pages: 344
Publisher: Meisha Merlin Publishing, Inc.
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Book Review: Poetic Horror at its best!
Summary: 5 Stars
There have always been authors who, with their plot, their characters, and above all, their prose, had made us feel simultaneously giddy and lethargic. And now (which means for more than a decade) there is Caitlin R. Kiernan. The world of pain and wonder that she has created in this book might be repulsive to many, since it deals with (mostly) lost-wasted characters surviving or perishing in a world of gaudy pleasures and visceral pain, both of which we shun at any cost (while both attracts us when we are given the choice to act as voyeurs). This book harps on that particular attraction as it hypnotises us with its uniquely haunting and burning imagery, with its overlapping of wine-red and blood-red, and as a portal to such beings who carry darkness of numerous shades in their veins, arteries, eyes and heart. Normally I tend to avoid such stories. This time also, when I started reading this beautiful book (Subterranean Press books are a pleasure to read, in all aspects), I almost felt like feeling sleepy, but then.....!
I wouldn't like to offer you a story-wise review, since that would do great injustice to Kiernan's writing. Although these 22 stories are somewhat loosely related, as we find some of the characters coming back to their own unique hells (and occasionally heavens), you may read them in whatever order you wish. Readers of "Threshold" would especially appreciate the "Into the Water Works", a prequel to that novel, and other stories leading to the introduction of the character of Deacon. But most importantly, this book should be read and treasured by all lovers of fiction, irrespective of the genre preferred: dark fantasy, horror, urban angst, surrealism, poetry.... Wholeheartedly recommended.
Summary of Tales of Pain and Wonder
Included in this collection are 21 short stories by the award willing author of Silk. Caitlin R. Kiernan has added a new voice to the world of horror and supernatural writing. Her stories consistently make it into The Years Best Fantasy and Horror and The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror. Her writing is unique, thought provoking, and leads you to places that you fear, yet find fascinating.Action & Adventure Books
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