Something from the Nightside
Ratings70
Average rating3.6
Exactly what I thought it would be. Mindless urban fantasy that at times is cheesy but fun to read.
TLDR: An enjoyable, quick urban fantasy read. If you enjoy Dresden you'll find a similar feel in this book. Engaging enough that I look forward to continuing the series.
Green’s Something from the Nightside is one of many entries into the urban fantasy genre, offering readers a glimpse into a richly imaginative world brimming with supernatural danger and noir-style mystery. As the first book in a long-running series, it does a solid job of setting the stage, with detailed world-building that introduces the Nightside - a shadowy, otherworldly version of London where anything is possible, and nothing is safe.
While the novel occasionally slows in pacing, these moments are designed to flesh out the Nightside’s twisted atmosphere and set the foundation for the overarching plot that will unfold across the series. The protagonist, John Taylor, is a private investigator with a knack for finding things, and his reluctant return to the Nightside pulls readers into a paranormal whodunit with enough intrigue to keep you turning the pages.
Though it take time to fully hit its stride, Something from the Nightside delivers a interesting mix of eerie world-building, sharp dialogue, and a sinister mystery. For those willing to push through the slower parts, the book rewards with a tantalizing setup for the rest of the series. If you’re a fan of dark, supernatural adventures with a touch of noir, this book lays the groundwork for the "dwellers of the Nightside".
Complex, well-built world with lots of potential, story was a little too dark for me, hopefully the next one has some comic relief!
This is a re-read for me. And still love the story. Audiobook is very well done.
I enjoyed this gritty mix of mystery, horror, and fantasy set in a hidden world close to our own. There were times when I could anticipate what would happen, and other times when I was totally surprised. I look forward to the next book in the Nightside series, Agents of Light and Darkness.