nearthed starts with a bang. From a Magnum. What follows is a fast-paced and brutal tale of cosmic horror with lots of action, unexpected twists, and strong characters.

I love how Lister does not shy away from strong female characters and how three-dimensional his lead characters are. I enjoyed the unpredictability of Unearthed and how the pace left me mentally exhausted. I really dig (pun intended) the classic premise brought forward and modernized and how Lister tweaked it into originality.

Unearthed is a fun read from a fantastic storyteller. It’s a must-read for fans of cosmic horror but has broad enough appeal for any fan of supernatural horror. I look forward to reading the next book in Lister’s Dark Tales from Innsmouth series. ( )