My review of Hemo Sapiens, by Emily Weedon

Just in time for Halloween, I'm back in the digital pages of Canadian Writers Abroad, this time reviewing Emily Weedon's stellar horror novel, Hemo Sapiens. This novel gives us a fresh take on the vampire story, one that incorporate tropes from the world of motherhood and the health and wellness industry. Here's an excerpt from my review:

Weedon, using skills honed as a screenwriter, unfurls her tale with cinematic aplomb, bringing a grimy, noirish version of Toronto to life through evocative details that speak to a specific kind of 21st-century urban decay. This novel’s message is clear: Sure, it’s the vampires who drain us, but don’t discount the greater rot that we’ve brought upon ourselves.  

Check out the full review, linked above.