Book Review: Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Mexican Gothic: Unearthing the Shadows -A Dive into the Haunting Elegance of Silvia Moreno-Garcia "Mexican Gothic" by Silvia Moreno-Garcia, released in 2020, is a modern take on gothic horror that I was eager to read. This novel masterfully blends classic gothic elements with innovative perspectives on historical and contemporary themes. However, if body horror makes you uneasy, be prepared for some particularly unsettling scenes. The story centers on Noemi, a glamorous Mexican socialite, who ventures to a remote mansion to check on her cousin, Catalina. Noemi makes a deal with her father to continue funding her education in exchange for helping Catalina, who is found to be in a disturbingly deteriorated state. Despite her husband Virgil's dismissive claims that Catalina is merely depressed, Noemi suspects something far more sinister. As she delves deeper, the plot thickens and becomes increasingly eerie. […]
