People From My Neighbourhood

People From My Neighbourhood

2020 • 121 pages

Ratings26

Average rating3.7

15

Short story collection following the strange inhabitants of a neighbourhood where various fantastical events happen.  This was a charming short read that I completed in one sitting. There are 40 bitesize stories that range from weird Ghibli-esque to speculative fiction and magical realism. 
Loosely connected, the vignettes follows our main unnamed narrator and several characters reappear throughout these stories. 
The author did a good job setting the story and surreal atmosphere in such a short space, though I wished some stories were explored more or longer and alternately some stories I didn't care for. 
Overall a quick read that should suit anyone who likes weird and magical stories. 

January 29, 2025