I usually enjoy short stories - I think I prefer a certain genre of short stories. I was expecting more magical realism, which is probably my favorite, and this had more realism than magic. Some of them were unexpectedly sad (elephant!), others were interesting, and overall it was not bad but didn't hook me.

This is a great collection of short stories that are based in the realm of paranormal. They are the perfect length for a busy schedule and are quite varied in topic. Some of the tales were a little darker than others but for the most part they were enjoyable and satisfying.

A collection of short stories that are all wildly imaginative and yet each incredibly familiar and relatable, Double Dutch manages to explore some of the best and worst elements of humanity in just a few short stories. They are all a little strange and quirky - most completely mind boggling at first - and they reflect keen insight into the complexity and nuances within humans.

All of the stories were very well written, and I enjoyed reading each of the stories in this collection as they alternately surprised, shocked, saddened, and gladdened me. I highly recommend for anyone looking for a good short story collection!

Thanks to the publisher for a digital copy in exchange for a fair review!

Not sure why I finished this as none of the stories in this book were at all interesting or well written. Overall really bad.