Goddess of Filth - Feminist Latina Horror at its Finest
This is a story told from the perspectives of two ‘Chicana brujas,’ Lourdes and Fernanda. After they form a magic circle with their other girlfriends to request an ancient spirit come to them, Fernanda finds herself inhabited by a spirit indeed. Not just any spirit though, but a Goddess. The Goddess of Filth. Between Fernanda and Lourdes’ perspectives, a great feminine change takes place amongst a whirlwind of topical drama that is put into motion by the inhabitant who has much to reveal and great lessons to teach.
When you hear about possession books, you think demons, you think The Exorcist, and almost exclusively evil. This isn’t that kind of story. This book is really about marginalized women who are trying to blaze a path in a world that doesn’t see them. It is about friendship, learning, and growth. It focuses on women realizing who they are and taking what they want in life. It also shines a light on religion as a culprit in keeping women down.
Despite the distressingly realistic tone of the topic at hand, this is really an uplifting yarn. It also checks all the boxes for people who love horror, revenge, erotica, and thrillers. Reading this book made me feel empowered and proud to be a woman.
