Herbert West: Reanimator by H.P. LovecraftMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is probably one of the best Lovercraftian books I have read so far!
Hertbert West is a doctor... However, he is more interested in bringing the dead back to life! When he disappears his companion recounts the history of their experiments and the circumstances that lead up to West's disappearance.
He and his companion experiment with various serums in order to reanimate the dead however they find that the body needs to be extremely fresh in order to restore any kind of higher brain function.
Although West endeavours to end all his experiments with a bullet a few remain at large...
This book is a perfect example of Lovecraft's ability to create an atmosphere of horror and mystery as he lays out the story in 6 sections each getting more and more unnerving.
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