Hello everyone, yesterday I finished reading the Blackwater saga. I really enjoyed the books. I was expecting something different having only read the synopsis of the first book before starting the entire saga; but I was pleasantly surprised by the fact that the story was much more focused on the various family stories and relationships with horror elements dosed in small quantities but at the right moments.
However, I wanted to ask if anyone had any ideas about possible explanations for the supernatural events. I’m not talking about the dual entity of Elinor, Frances, and Nerita since I think these are simply half-human, half-sea creatures without needing much explanation. Instead, I’m referring to the room at the front of Elinor’s house (where Genevieve’s jewels appeared), the tangible appearances of John Robert DeBordenave and Mary-Love (and how they disappeared after Elinor’s death), the events that led to Queenie’s death, etc.
I can’t explain how completely supernatural events (objects appearing out of nowhere and tangible returns of the dead) can be associated with “simple” half-human, half-sea creatures. Perhaps the unsaid was intended to increase the mystery surrounding these beings, but if anyone has any ideas or explanations, I would love to hear them.
by dersnogod