In this episode of Dark Side of the Word, hosts Kait and CJ dive into a discussion about the book The Bog Wife. They explore the themes of family dynamics, horror elements, and the Appalachian setting, while sharing their personal experiences and thoughts on the narrative. The conversation touches on the characters' arcs, the writing style, and the overall impact of the story, leading to a critical evaluation of the book's effectiveness as a horror tale. 

Takeaways: 

• Disappointment in the book's lack of horror elements.
• They explore the family dynamics and character arcs within the story.
• The conversation highlights the importance of setting in horror literature.
• Thoughts on Appalachian horror as a genre.
• Emphasize the need for engaging and well-crafted narratives.

To get your own copy of The Bog Wife: https://bookshop.org/a/94484/9781640096622

Our next book club will be Listen to Your Sister by Neena Viel. Get your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/94484/9781250906328

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CJ: 

Blog - https://www.wellreadtart.com/

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Bookshop Affiliate: https://bookshop.org/shop/awellreadtart 

Kait:

Blog - https://darksideoftheword.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kaitarmada/

Bookshop Affiliate: https://bookshop.org/shop/darksideoftheword