The novel presents a mainstream werewolf tale from an Indigenous creator's perspective, adeptly conversing with the genre's themes. It's a unique and insightful addition to the werewolf narrative.
The reviewer notes that 'Mongrels' may be the first mainstream werewolf tale from an Indigenous creator's perspective, which adds a unique and insightful layer to the narrative. They appreciate how the novel adeptly converses with the genre's themes, offering a fresh and meaningful take. The reviewer's overall impression is that the novel is a significant addition to the werewolf genre, providing a perspective that is both authentic and engaging. The narrative's ability to blend cultural insights with horror elements is particularly praised.
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But Mongrels may be the first to present a mainstream werewolf tale from an Indigenous creator's perspective—and one which converses adeptly with the genre's themes.
It's a unique and insightful addition to the werewolf narrative.
The narrative's ability to blend cultural insights with horror elements is particularly praised.