2 Books Like The Mango Tree

When a friend said Shark Heart was one of the most profound reading experiences of her life, I almost didn't believe her. After all, the absurd premise is that a woman's husband turns into a shark. How profound could it be?

Well, buckle up. Because this is a story about loving and losing someone as they change, whether that's because of disease, addiction, or in this instance, a rare marine mutation, and it resonated with me on many levels.

I don’t usually read horror, but I knew of Chuck Tingle from his, uh, unique brand of niche erotica, so curiosity got the best of me. "Bury Your Gays" turned out to be a surprisingly heartfelt, hilariously subversive dive into the horror genre, weaving together humor, sharp social insight, and real emotional depth. Tingle masterfully balances suspense with empathy, creating a story that not only celebrates queer resilience but also skewers outdated tropes with wit and charm.