Oh this is good. The first story hooked me and dug deep into my heart. I couldn't get over it and had to put the book down for a while, then I came back and devoured the book. It was so good! I would buy this for a friend.

Man-Made Monsters by Andrea Rogers is a chilling, thought-provoking collection that merges supernatural horror with the real-life terrors faced by Cherokee families across generations. Blending folklore with American history, Rogers introduces classic monsters like vampires and werewolves alongside the horrors of colonization and violence, creating an eerie, culturally resonant experience. Jeff Edwards’ haunting illustrations add depth to each story, making this a standout work in contemporary horror.

Loved it!

Like with all anthologies, some stories work better than others. Overall this was a thought provoking and interesting collection of stories.

This short story collection is very interesting and I love the Cherokee parts. Every story is not that good and it makes the whole collection a bit subpar. Thank you to the author, the publisher and to NetGalley for an arc in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you NetGalley and Levine Querido for the ARC.

This book took some extra time for me to process. The premise of following a Cherokee bloodline with stories over a few hundred years was intriguing and exciting. I felt that although the familial connection was there in name, it wasn’t explored nearly as much as I anticipated. The author was able to make the characters in the short story associated with the bloodlines very distinct and varied from each other which I thought was excellent.

As with most short story collections, I found that I loved a few of the stories, with the larger share as being very good, and a few that were just ok. The horror elements in each story were varied and did not feel the same or like the same author wrote them. I have read other anthologies by a single author and not all authors are capable of achieving autonomy with each of the stories. They can also tend to be formulaic and seem too similar. That is not the case with this volume. A very enjoyable, interesting read.

At the end of the book is a dictionary/pronunciation guide for many of the Cherokee words used in the book. I wish I had found that before reading the stories, it would have helped to understand some situations a little better. I also would have liked to spend more time viewing the family tree as I was reading. I believe this would have helped me feel the familial connection stronger than I did in each story.

This was a great October read, just the right amount of creepiness for me. I thought the balance of supernatural and more realistic horror was really well done, and the circularity of the stories felt very fitting. The family thread running through the book worked well also, enough to make me want to re-read the stories just to retrace the pattern. The illustrations are really beautiful and I enjoyed seeing how they would fit in with each story. Altogether, a well-written collection with a strong concept.

A lot of incredibly intriguing stories in the set about a family's intergenerational trauma! My favorites were Me and My Monster, Maria Most Likely, and An Old Fashioned Girl, although many of them were quite strong. At times disappointing, but good. 3.5 stars. Tysm for the arc.

Far deeper than your conventional horror book can sometimes be, this book sinks its claws into the very real and very visceral fears in our reality. The bloody histories and the current chainlink effects of that sordid past - all are on display in this collection. It warrants a true deeper look and yet doesn’t get caught up in its larger narrative that each turn of the page feels heavy. It’s still a very entertaining read. Wonderful use of the genre and display of how to elevate it.

I loved how while each story in this book was completely different creatures and vibes; the family tree is also intertwined throughout. I particularly enjoyed Ama showing up in such a meaningful way in the last couple stories.

Thank you NetGalley for the copy!

Thank you for the ARC

This was such a wild ride, and a fun story that crosses such a long period of time, and still uses horror and trauma to tell the story of a family. Supernatural elements laced with a family epic.

This powerful collection of stories follows a Cherokee family across generations as they encounter monsters both human and nonhuman. Like other indigenous horror I've read, the human monsters, who are racist, misogynistic, and ableist, are often more terrifying and threatening than the otherworldly creatures. A small handful of stories felt incomplete, like the plot was unresolved and the narrative ended too early. Some stories tied into each other, which helped with this. I'm looking forward to reading more of Rogers' and Edwards' work - hopefully they'll continue to create collaborative projects that fuse together Cherokee culture and language.

I struggle to connect with short stories and anthologies and this was no different. I liked some of the stories more while others I simply did not connect with. I always give an anthology a chance though because it gives the author so much room for variation.

This is a wonderful anthology. Thank you to all of the indigenous authors who shared you words, stories, and culture with us. There were many stories that I wanted more from, a fleshed out novel, and I was a little surprised by how strongly I was pulled into these short stories. Five Stars!

I really enjoyed this book! It's a collection of short stories that span over generations following the same Indian tribe and it mixes in Indian folklore with horror themes and monsters from werewolves and Frankenstein to vampires and spirits. The illustrations were a nice addition and added to each story. As someone who loves creature features/monster of the week type of formatting, this collection of stories with an overarching storyline was right up my alley. While some stories were scarier than others, as a whole this book really did pack a punch and filled my little horror-loving heart with so much happiness. Highly recommend.

Thank you Netgalley, Andrea L Rogers and Levine Querido for the eArc of Man Made Monsters.

I sometimes find with a collection of short stories, I can disengage with some of the narratives. This did not happen when I read/listened to this at all. I really enjoyed the overall medium/faced paced with these stories from authors who Ive read books before in the horror genre. Some of them left me wondering about the ending as they were more speculative, where others were a bit more gory/spooky. I also enjoyed the overall multicultural feel of these stories and even googled the Cherokee Tribe which is mentioned a fair few times.

I also listened to some of these stories via audiobook. The stories were narrated by DeLanna Studi, Lane Factor and both bought the stories to another great dimension. A pleasure to listen to their voices.

4 stars

Man Made Monsters by Andrea L. Rogers presents an intriguing blend of horror and speculative fiction. The narrative delves into themes of identity and transformation, offering a unique perspective on the monstrous. While some moments are compelling, the pacing can feel uneven at times. Overall, it’s a thought-provoking read that challenges the boundaries of traditional monster tales.

I really enjoyed this collection of stories. With elements of the paranormal, folklore, Cherokee heritage and culture, and a long timeline, each of these stories could really stand alone. The fact that these all interconnect while sounding like each is from a different time period and from a completely different voice is a huge feat that Rogers was able to accomplish very well.

Intriguing premises and I enjoyed the overall idea and journey the book follows between short stories however some stories are stronger than the others which makes for a drawn out read but still definitely a book I’d recommend!

Very good Horror collection. I loved everything about it.It gave me the chills and I want more. Couldn't put it dine.

This collection of short stories are absolutely incredible. I cannot wait to have a physical copy of this book to reread and annotate. The cover is beautiful the stories are compelling, and the writing left a mark on me. I love when a collection follows a theme, but I love it even more when it is different elements and aspects of the same tale across generations. An incredible, suspenseful, and gut wrenching read, I absolutely recommend you read this if you are considering (and please check the content warnings).