In the Shadow of the Master vs Short Stories (Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar / Oblong Box / System of Dr. Tarr and Prof. Fether/ Tell-Tale Heart): Which Should You Read?
Both live on shelves: Crime Fiction, American Horror tales, Crime, American literature, Classic Literature, Short Stories
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The verdict
- Ratings are close: 4.0 vs 3.8 — either is a safe pick by score.
- Short Stories (Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar / Oblong Box / System of Dr. Tarr and Prof. Fether/ Tell-Tale Heart) is the quicker read — about 2 hours vs 7 for In the Shadow of the Master.
- Short Stories (Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar / Oblong Box / System of Dr. Tarr and Prof. Fether/ Tell-Tale Heart) is the easier read (Light), In the Shadow of the Master more demanding (Moderate).