A Dark and Gritty Spin on the Classic Western

In a lot of ways, "The Hangman Feeds the Jackal" is a really easy book to recommend. At its core, it's a well-told tale that creatively and effectively toys with some of the most tried-and-true and well-worn elements of the genre while still providing the essence of what makes a good, "classic" western work.

The setting is fully realized and rich with detail, the characters are layered, nuanced, and interesting, and the story is compelling, twisty, and ultimately quite satisfying apart from a few minor quibbles that I didn't find difficult to overlook in the interest of enjoying the ride.

In short, if you're a fan of westerns, horror, and the junctions where psychological and philosophical concepts intersect and blur, "The Hangman Feeds the Jackal" is a book you should absolutely read.

The spider commands it.