Something Followed Us Home: Tales of Latiné Horror

by Cynthia Pelayo

Dive into the chilling depths of Latiné horror with Something Followed Us Home, edited by Bram Stoker Award–winner Cynthia Pelayo, a groundbreaking anthology where each story reimagines immigration, colonization, faith, and folklore as the fears we inherit and carry across borders and generations.

Something followed us home. It crawled in with our prayers, slipped into our beds, watched from mirrors, waited in water, and learned our names. In these stories, horror does not announce itself. It possesses, feeds, whispers, and waits.

Gathering chilling work from some of today’s most acclaimed Latiné voices, this anthology moves through haunted households, brutal landscapes, sacred spaces turned dangerous, and bodies claimed by forces both ancient and intimate. The dead murmur behind locked doors. Bones rebuild themselves under merciless suns. Love becomes a doorway for demonic hunger. Prayers summon answers that arrive too late…or too fully. Blood, devotion, and memory intertwine as the past presses back with teeth.

Something Followed Us Home is a landmark anthology of Latiné horror. These stories remind us that the past is never gone, the dead are never silent, and the places we come from will always find their way back to us. Featuring stories Agustina Bazterrica, Ann Dávila Cardinal, Cynthia Pelayo, Isabel Cañas, Gerardo Sámano Córdova, Zoraida Córdova, Mariana Enriquez, Carolina Flórez-Cerchiaro, Ananda Lima, Xochitl Gonzalez, Leopoldo Goût, Juan Martinez, Mónica Ojeda, Daniel Jóse Older, Lilliam Rivera, Alex Segura, Diana Rodriguez Wallach

Genres: Horror, Short Stories, Anthologies, Fiction, Horror Thriller

336 pages, Paperback

Expected publication September 29, 2026

About the author

Cynthia Pelayo is a Bram Stoker Award winning and International Latino Book Award winning author and poet.

Pelayo writes fairy tales that blend genre and explore concepts of grief, mourning, and cycles of violence. She is the author of Loteria, Santa Muerte, The Missing, Poems of My Night, Into the Forest and All the Way Through, Children of Chicago, Crime Scene, The Shoemaker’s Magician, as well as dozens of standalone short stories and poems.

Loteria, which was her MFA in Writing thesis at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, was re-released to praise with Esquire calling it one of the ‘Best Horror Books of 2023.’ Santa Muerte and The Missing, her young adult horror novels were each nominated for International Latino Book Awards. Poems of My Night was nominated for an Elgin Award. Into the Forest and All the Way Through was nominated for an Elgin Award and was also nominated for a Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a Poetry Collection. Children of Chicago was nominated for a Bram Stoker Award in Superior Achievement in a Novel and won an International Latino Book Award for Best Mystery. Crime Scene won the Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a Poetry Collection. The Shoemaker’s Magician has been released to praise with Library Journal awarding it a starred review.

Her forthcoming novel, The Forgotten Sisters, will be released by Thomas and Mercer in 2024 and is an adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid.”

Her works have been reviewed in The New York Times, Chicago Tribune, LA Review of Books, and more.

Reviews

[Mai H.]

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📱 Thank you to NetGalley and Atria/Primero Sueno Press

[Brandy Leigh · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some of my favorite authors are featured in this collection, which made me eager to pick it up. Unfortunately, it ended up being a fairly average read. While a few stories were enjoyable, none were particularly memorable.

Thank you to the publisher for providing an eARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

[Becky Spratford]

Reading for review in a future issue of Booklist

[Dozelina 666 · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a great anthology.

As the description says, this is a collection of short horror stories from multiple authors, and I was really excited to see some familiar names included.

Overall, I had a really good time with this. The stories are short and easy to get into, which makes it super bingeable. You can just pick one up, get fully immersed, and then move on to the next without feeling overwhelmed.

And the variety? So good.

We get ghosts, demons, curses, folklore, all kinds of creepy and unsettling vibes. Some stories leaned more into that weird, eerie atmosphere that I personally love, and those were definitely my favorites.

Of course, like with any anthology, some stories stood out more than others, but overall the collection felt really solid and satisfying.

Also… it’s coming out on my birthday, so obviously it gets extra points from me. ( hi, hi) :D Oh, and almost forgot, I love the cover too!

⭐ 4.5 stars (rounded up)

Thank you NetGalley and Atria Books for the ARC.

[Mariah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Something Followed Us Home and that is colonialism and the side effects of the western mindset. This short story anthology features several Latinx voices. People have had enough and horror is the mechanism that brings these words to life for people to understand just how harsh colonialism has been in our daily lives. Every story is spine tingling, some are poetic, while others are downright daunting. A collection that speaks more than the words bound to the pages and will give you an eerie unsettling fact to think about as you read each one.

Once I saw that Cynthia Pelayo was involved in this project – I came running to read this. I cannot wait for this beautiful anthology to be released. The bright colors lurking in the darkness is a great metaphor for the type of stories you will come across. It is difficult to pick a favorite one because they all resonate with this feeling of being over the establishment. I appreciated the stories that recognized us Puerto Ricans who were not raised speaking Spanish. This is anthology that you will see yourself in one shape or monster.

The anthology flows from each story to the next with that uncanny setting remaining persistent. What stands out as loud is the Latinx authors making their voices heard through metaphor, horror, and magical realism that makes you think. The diction that is used will impact that way you approach anthologies. I appreciate a collection that really connects with one another and creates pieces that linger in your mind. The imagery that comes from the words is visceral enough to send you running in the woods.

Make sure you read this and have a firelight nearby to keep the ghouls at bay. An enchanting read that you should not miss the opportunity of. A collection for the horror enthusiasts, LATINX, and readers expanding their library with inclusive reads. There is something creepy here for everyone amongst all these short stories. Thank you to the authors, Atria Books/Primero Sueno Press, and Netgalley for this advanced digital copy.


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[Lady Georgette (ieatpagesforbreakfast) · Rating 5 out of 5]

• BOOK REVIEW •

NEW ARC REVIEW!
Publication Date : 29th Sept 2026
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Date : 7th June 2026
Book : Something Followed Us Home: Tales Of Latiné Horror
Author : Multiple Authors including Cynthia Pelayo
Genre : Horror Anthology / Cultural Horror

Rating : ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨

Thank you so much, @atriabooks and @netgalley for inviting me to read and review this ARC! It’s a good thing I had strong coffee last night, because I stayed up reading this in between another horror book and devoured em both.

I’ve been loving all these horror anthologies that I’ve been reading lately and this particular book is focused more on the old folklore along with family secrets and even monsters of the Latiné culture. It actually made me learn a bit more about the real life stuff like moving to a new place, immigration and deep family traditions while adding in the haunting and horror elements to it.

Another reason why I loved this book was because it reminded me of the kind of books I used to read before heading to bed. Now, I don’t know about you guys but when I was little, I read ‘True Singapore Ghost Stories’ and I still think about it til this day so this book was a great way to get some chills in.

Now not all of the stories caught my attention but maybe it’s because I have not as much knowledge in depth regarding the culture coming from a SEA background (I’m always willing to do my research) but there were so many other good stories that I got out of this book too andddddd Cynthia Pelayo was one of my favourites! It was about a family that is dealing with a tragic loss and as they try to process their sadness, a schpooky spirit starts to stalk and haunt them. It just shows how being deeply sad can make you vulnerable to the dark things waiting in the shadows. 👀

P/s : You will see some of your well known authors in this too btw just as you’ll meet new ones and love their work just as much!🫶🏽✨


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[frank · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thanks to Atria Books and Net galley for a copy of this arc.

I literally averaged this short story collection by stories and it came to a like 3.6 BUT I have so many 5* that I had to bump this up.

Honestly the ones stars too are just a matter of personal taste.

The absolute stand outs for me are

We are Gathered Here by Diana Rodriguez Wallach
A vampire revenge tale that paints a hopeful if bloody picture on just what a undead creature could spend all that endless time on

The World from Above and the World From Below by Mónica Ojeda.
A story about grief that is so well written it felt like splitting open old wounds. I will never read this again and think I might hate it but also doubt I will forget

The other 5* for me are

Her First Cruise Ship by Ann Dávila Cardinal
The Return of La Muelona by Carolina Flórez-Cerchiaro
Pomelo by Xochitl Gonzalez
Fidelity by Alex Sequra

This is such a well rounded anthology. It has something for Horror fans of all flavors and is not one to miss. Cynthia Pelayo blew this one out of the water

[Maya · Rating 2 out of 5]

Thank you to NetGalley and Atria Books /Primero Sueno Press for providing me with the ARC.
Pub Date 29 Sep 2026
This is an interesting collection. I’ve read only from a couple of the authors in here and was excited to read some more Latiné horror. Unfortunately, I’ve lost interest quite fast in some of the stories. This was mostly because of the writing style. For a short story I expect something flashy and punchy that can grab me from the start and surprise me by the end. There are some very good stories as well, but my only favorite was The world from above and the world from below by Monica Ojeda.
My individual ratings are as follows:
Blue Flowers by Augustina Bazterrica – A good ghost story, pretty emotional 3 stars
The hand that feeds by Isabel Canas - A solid fable 3 stars
Her first cruise ship by Ann Davila Cardinal –Zombie flicks are not my faves 3 stars
My boyfriend by Gerardo Samano Cordova - Loved this, I would also prefer the demon 4 stars
The immaculate rebirth of Nicki Duran by Zoraida Cordova DNF
Guardian Angel by Mariana Enriquez –I knew what it was and how would end, but I still loved it 5 stars
The return of La Muelona by Carolina Florez-Cerchiaro DNF
Pomelo by Xochith Gonzalez – Just boring 2 stars
LUZ by Ananda Lima - Such a cool concept, but the ending felt flat 3.5 stars
Mechanical Servants LLC by Juan Martinez – DNF
The world from above and the world from below by Monica Ojeda – Give it to Monica Ojeda to be the most distinguished and original author in here 5 stars
The rooftop revolution of Selly Aviles by Daniel Jose Older –I didn’t get it, but it gave me a few giggles 2.5 stars
El Jibaro de Puerto Rico by Cynthia Pelayo - DNF
Whispers from the root by Lilliam Rivera – This was like a noir story, honestly, I did not like it 2 stars
Fidelity Alex Segura – uh, okay 2 stars
We are gathered here together Diana Rodriguez Wallach – This was a cool premise, well executed 3.5 stars

[Gems | thrillerswithgems · Rating 5 out of 5]

Something Followed Us Home immediately caught my attention because it's an anthology written by various Latine authors, a lineup I simply couldn't resist. Each story brings something unique, but together they create a haunting love letter to our culture, our fears, and our histories.

What I loved most was how deeply rooted these stories are in folklore, family secrets, and the monsters that have long existed in Latine storytelling. But beyond the supernatural, these stories felt real. Themes of immigration, moving to unfamiliar places, preserving traditions, and searching for identity made many of the stories hit close to home. The horror elements are wonderfully varied, sometimes eerie, sometimes heartbreaking, but colonialism remains the thread woven throughout the collection. It adds depth and reminds us that some of the scariest monsters are the ones history leaves behind.

Anthologies can be tricky because not every story resonates equally, but I appreciated the range of voices and perspectives in this collection. The blend of horror with faith, family, identity, and cultural history made this much more than a spooky read, it felt meaningful. Short story collections are also some of my favorite books to keep on my nightstand. They're perfect for savoring one story at a time or pulling you out of a reading slump when committing to a full novel feels impossible.

Absolutely. I would recommend this to readers who love folklore-inspired horror, stories centered on immigration and identity, or anyone wanting to read more Latine authors. If you enjoy horror that is both haunting and culturally rich, this anthology deserves a spot on your shelf.

Thank you so much, @atriabooks and @netgalley for inviting me to read and review this ARC!

[Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

I feel transformed after finishing this anthology.

As a Latina, there's always something quite special about Latiné stories. There's this deeper connection that I feel within the space between words. It's almost magical. This was ever-present throughout this whole anthology. It brought me to new corners of the world, new angles to themes, new experiences, while also reminding me of what we share as a community.

This is a horror anthology. This book is filled with ghost stories and creatures and legends, but the horror isn't the ghosts or the creatures.

Colonialism is a massive theme in this anthology. Understandably so. Our communities have long suffered at the hand of colonialism for far too long. These stories take us through so many journeys, assessing how colonialism affected so many countries and how it looks like today in our current world. These authors provided such incredible lenses to view this through. Some were campy horrors, others kept you at the edge of your seat, sometimes there was a lot of gore. And everything meant something. Each word felt purposeful. I also enjoyed other prominent themes in these stories, such as faith and folklore.

Many of these stories were stand-outs for me, staying with me long after I finished reading them. I will say that Cynthia Pelayo's "El Jíbaro de Puerto Rico" truly impacted me, and I will carry that story with me for the rest of my life.

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for this eARC. I'm so grateful to have been able to read this collection.

[Caitlin Teaches · Rating 4 out of 5]

Something Followed Us Home is a fantastic sampler of different Latine horror writers and themes. It offers a variety of themes, ideas, and cultures to help introduce you to some new potential favorite authors. Unsurprisingly, colonialism is a major theme, and expect a lot of folklore, faith, immigration family, and identity throughout.

When the stories are hits, they were haunting and fantastic, including two different explorations of women and monstrosity that come from very different angles but intriguingly similar conclusions. Her First Cruise Ship branded its ending on my brain. Fidelity and We Are Gathered Here both scratch an itch for fiction I've needed terribly without even knowing it. Pomelo has a degree of sacred weirdness to it that I have a hard time explaining.

Given the high quality of the stories I did enjoy, I suspect those that didn't work for me are did so as a mix of not being to my taste and/or me missing culture references and touch stones. The one story I just couldn't quite settle with was Guardian Angel, which has some pretty rough incest themes that I just couldn't get past. Child death and varying levels violence are present throughout the collection, so be aware. The overall experience is still very worth while.

Thanks to Atria Books and Net galley for a copy of this arc.

[Dom Garcia · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’d like to thank NetGalley and Primero Sueño Press for the opportunity to read and review Something Followed Us Home ahead of its release.

This anthology brings together a diverse collection of Latine folklore horror stories, each offering its own unique voice, atmosphere, and interpretation of horror. One of the strengths of the collection is the variety of perspectives and cultural influences woven throughout the stories.

As with most anthologies, some stories resonated with me more than others. A few were memorable and immersive, while others didn’t leave as lasting an impression. I also tend to prefer more linear horror novels, so the transition between different stories, characters, and writing styles occasionally pulled me out of the experience.

While I personally hoped for a few more stories that felt genuinely unsettling or frightening, I appreciated the creativity on display and the opportunity to discover new authors and folklore-inspired horror. Readers who enjoy short fiction, folklore, and anthologies will likely find stories that speak to them throughout the collection.

Overall, this was a solid reading experience that highlighted a wide range of talent and storytelling.

⭐️⭐️⭐️

[Steve Edholm · Rating 3 out of 5]

This collection has some fantastic names. It really is the draw for this collection. I had some high expectations with the authors I knew were in here. As with most collections, there are great stories and some that fall short. I questioned if I wanted to finish it halfway through, I am glad I kept at it because the second half is great.

Some highlights:
The first cruise Ship was creative and funny. Just a fun take on zombies.
My Boyfriend was great Horrormance I think. What would you do for love with a demon?
The immaculate Rebirth of Nicki Duran was well done. A very interesting idea of immaculate mass scale pregnancy.
LUZ y fer. I WANT MORE!! This story got me to fully recommit to finishing this collection. There is so much let to tell. I have Pinata on my kindle, but hadn't prioritized it yet. This makes me want to read it right after my NetGalley queue. This world is so flushed out for a short story, I really want a fully novel of this thing, PLEASE give me a full novel of this world!
The Rooftop Revolution of Selly Aviles. Quite the tonal break from the rest of the collection, but well done and very whimsical.

Thanks to Atria and NetGalley for the early copy to review!

[Gainze · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you to Primero Sueño and The Tobias Literary Agency for the early copy!

I absolutely loved this. What a fantastic collection of short stories. I was extremely well done; the writing here is simply stunning. Every author puts their heart into each story, and it shows. Cynthia Pelayo did an outstanding job editing them. I discovered so many new authors that I haven't had the opportunity to read. Once again, stunning!

Of course, some stories stand out more than others, but I found the book to be equally enjoyable. I believe that the ones that stand out to me are the ones that I would like to read a whole book about. For example, I want Gerardo Samano Córdoba to expand "My Boyfriend" into a full novel because it was so good!
And I feel the same way about the following stories:

Blue Flowers by Agustina Bazterrica
Guardian Angel by Mariana Enriquez
Luz Y Fer by Leopoldo Goût
Mechanical Servants LLC by Juan Martinez
El Jibaro de Puerto Rico by Cynthia Pelayo
Fidelity by Alex Segura
Her First Cruise Ship by Ann Davila Cardinal

10/10 I can see myself coming back and re-reading this in the future.

[ScarlettAnomalyReads · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oh how I enjoyed this random grab, the cover caught my eye and I needed it. Some of the names I knew and some were new to me and I do love finding new authors to dive into, this was excellent.

Blue Flowers by Augustina Bartzerrica, oh my goodness what a haunting slow burn, but I loved every second. It was so unsettling and I have become a recent fan of this author x so getting another, well taste was amazing.

Her First Class Cruise by Ann Davila Cardinal, another new to me author and I do love a fucked up boat story or vacation toe situation and this added in the hell that is retail, what a story.

We Are Gathered Here by Diana Rodriguez was amazing, a new to me name but one I will be remembering. Vampire revenge? Sign me up, what could you do with forever?

There were so many good stories in this and I getting to read these stories from Latine authors themselves was amazing, the haunting quality of some of these, definitely check this out.

[Larae Perry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Something Followed Us Home by Cynthia Pelayo completely pulled me in from the first page and never let go. This is the kind of horror story that gets under your skin—not because of constant scares, but because of the creeping dread that follows you long after you put the book down.
Pelayo blends folklore, grief, and psychological horror so beautifully that I never knew what was waiting around the next corner. The atmosphere was haunting, the tension was relentless, and the story felt both deeply personal and terrifying at the same time. I loved how the horror wasn't just about what was lurking in the shadows, but also about the emotional weight the characters carried.
The writing was vivid and immersive, making it impossible not to feel completely wrapped up in the story. If you enjoy horror that is unsettling, thought-provoking, and rich with folklore, this one is a must-read.

[Dalia Elvira · Rating 5 out of 5]

I knew I was going to enjoy this anthology once I read the foreword by Brenda Lozano. She explains that what haunts each culture is different and how each of these stories explore dark themes that haunt the latiné community specifically. From colonization to the loss of feminine autonomy for men, this collection really gets to the heart of what scares us in the present and what still haunts us from the past.

It’s so interesting because I feel it is the darkness that shapes us into the resilient people we are. It’s in the shadows that we are molded into the proud people you see among you. It is in spite of the darkness, that we shine. How we can maintain our culture regardless of how many times it’s been threatened to be erased. We endure.

Needless to say, this was an incredible read and I will be recommending this to other readers every chance I get.

[storriebooked · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another day, another horror anthology for me to obsess over! Something Followed Us Home is an incredibly varied collection of Latinx horror, rife with folklore and real-world themes of grief, trauma, and colonialism, to name a few. The variety is one of the things I loved about this anthology. While anthologies centered about one specific topic can be fun, Something Followed Us Home sends the reader into each story not knowing what to expect- and doesn't that make the horror sharper?

A few favorite standout stories:
The Hand That Feeds by Isabel Cañas
Pomelo by Xochitl Gonzalez
Specter by Ananda Lima

All in all, Cynthia Pelayo edited ((and contributed to)) a wholely intriguing, unsettling anthology. This book is excellent for readers who like variety and unique stories steeped in folklore. Presales are so impactful, so if Something Followed Us Home sounds like the anthology for you make sure to get your preorders in and let your local libraries know that this book should be on their radar and added to their collection!

((While the viewpoints shared are my own, I want to thank NetGalley, Atria Books, & this incredible set of authors for this complimentary copy.))

[Candice Reads A Lot · Rating 4 out of 5]

Something Followed Us Home is a collection of Latin American horror short stories, and if you're open to more "WTF just happened?" horror rather than traditional bump-in-the-night scares, you may enjoy it.

One of my favorite parts was getting a glimpse into what a culture outside of my own considers horror. Going in with an open mind definitely helped my enjoyment. Not every story landed for me, and there were two or three that didn't really pull me in, but there were far more that I found interesting, unsettling, or memorable.

4 Stars - For readers who enjoy horror that leans strange, surreal, and thought-provoking rather than straightforward scary.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an ARC. I'm excited to see this one hit bookstore shelves.

[Sarah Skoniecki · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is such an incredible collection of short horror stories from Latiné Authors, The vast styles and perspectives make for a well rounded and exciting read. Some of the stories are translated from Spanish and some are originally written in English. I feel so fortunate to have received an ARC of this book from NetGalley and I am already talking about it with my friends, coworker and now the internet! Stories that especially thrilled me include, Her first Cruise ship, Pomelo, the immaculate rebirth of Nicki Duran, and we are gathered here together. I read a lot of horror stories and I can say I really loved the creative voices and mystical threads running through this collection. 10/10 would recommend

[Kellen · Rating 3 out of 5]

There are a lot of really solid entries in this anthology, but the consistency in quality was not really there for me. The ones that were great were really great! Vampires! Zombies! Demons!

But then some of them, I didn’t really see the horror aspects at all. There really wasn’t much in consistency in terms of relating back to the author’s culture either. It seemed that some of the short stories really focused on being both culturally aligned and scary and some did not.

The lack of consistency was kind of disappointing to me. I was glad to have read many of the stories in here, however. So I would generally recommend it to horror fans, especially if you like Never Whisper at Night.

[Chastity · Rating 3 out of 5]

Review of advance copy received from Netgalley

Technically I DNF'd this book. I read 50% of the book, and out of the stories that I did read, I just wasn't a fan of most of them. Two of them were enjoyable, but I think overall I just didn't care for the writing style on most of them. However, I do understand that some of them are translated, so I'm not sure if that had anything to do with it. Either way, the stories weren't bad, and I didn't feel it was fair to the book to give it less than 3 stars since it was more of a "me problem". I'll still encourage people to pick it up and give it a read, because if the writing style is your thing, then you will likely really enjoy it.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a stunning collection of eerie tales that will stay with you for a long time to come. The theme of the stories, as you've gathered from the title, is Something Followed Us Home, and boy did it. I was only familiar with a few of the authors in this collection, so I absolutely loved getting to know and read new-to-me voices.

When I saw that Cynthia Pelayo was editing this, I knew I was going to love it. The authors all brought their A-Games. Each of these stories will get under your skin in some way. I loved the blending of folklore and supernatural; they mesh so well together and are some of my favorites.

Thank you so much to NetGalley for the ARC!

[Taylor Bonin · Rating 3 out of 5]

ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review

There's a lot of authors in here whose previous works I have enjoyed so I was pretty excited to read this. But the end result was a mixed bag, as collections of short stories usually are. Some of the stories I really enjoyed, My Boyfriend by Gerardo Sámano Córdova was probably my favourite out of this collection. Which didn't surprise me as I enjoyed his novel Monstrilio a lot. My other favourite stories in this collection are:

- Mechanical Servants LLC by Juan Martinez
- The World From Above and the World From Down Below by Mónica Ojeda
- El Jíbaro de Puerto Rico - Cynthia Pelayo

[Sean Sandquist · Rating 4 out of 5]

Something Followed Us Home is an assortment of short horror stories that honor Latin heritage. The stories explore folklore and the culture of veneration surrounding the dead.

This compilation is elevated because of the fantastic range of prominent authors that have contributed to it. While not all stories were necessarily scary, they all produced an aura of unease and unearthed interesting tales with a Latin influence.

My thanks to the publisher and the author for sending me an Advance Reader Copy of this book. It was provided to me through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Everything stated in my review is my own opinion written in my own words.

[Chelsea Carr Kinnear · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have previously read and enjoyed books written by Cynthia Pelayo, an included author and editor of this collection so I was immediately intrigued.

Each story in this collection was so unique, and even though I enjoyed some more than others there wasn’t a single story I disliked.

This collection had a couple of authors I was familiar with, but most of them were new to me. I will certainly be seeking out their books in the near future.

Thank you Net Galley and Atria Books for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review!

[Kaleena Riddell · Rating 4 out of 5]

While not all the short stories were for me, I rrally enjoyed this compilation. I felt like I was able to discover new authors while also reading stories by authors I knew but hadn't read any of their books yet. It gave me an idea of their writing style.
There were some really good bone chilling stories in here. For those on the fence, I would say that even if a story isn't for you, keep reading as there is a wide variety of stories in this compilation.
Thank you to Netgalley and Primero for the ARC in exchange for my honest review

[Kristen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Something Followed Us Home is a compilation of unique horror short stories with Latin influence.

I was a big fan of the Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark series growing up, and feel this has a similar vibe for adults and gave me a sense of nostalgia while reading it.

I personally enjoyed some of the short stories more than others, but overall enjoyed this book. There are a few short stories though that I will be thinking about for a while.

Thank you NetGalley, Atria Books, & Primero Sueno Press for the opportunity to read this arc for an honest review. I truly enjoyed it!

[Julia Carter · Rating 4 out of 5]

The description of this book really drew me in and got me in. I also love to read books that support diversity and hear from authors new to me. I've discovered favorite authors and 5-star books this way, and I am eager for more. Love discovering new books to fall in love with. Enough about that, on to the review. The blurb for this book says this is a 'groundbreaking anthology where each story reimagines immigration, colonization, faith, and folklore as the fears we inherit and carry across borders and generations.' This book features numerous authors' work, and it was so interesting to read each story in the authors unique voice. I am familiar with a few authors and their work, but most of them were new to me!
It seems like all the authors who contributed to this anthology intertwined their stories with the same idea. The past is never gone. You can't escape or hide from it, It will be there wating.
The very first story Blue Flowers features body horror and is graphic and unsettling. As the body begins to break down, the self does as well. Mariana Enriquez also has a story, Guardian Angel that will stay with you long after you finish this book. It shows a slow decay where life becomes contaminated by something supernatural and creeps in slowly. By the time you realize it's far too late.
There are so many stories that create such a creepy atmosphere and give the reader intense feelings of dread. im giving this 4 stars. Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC, which I received in exchange for my opinion.

[Abigail · Rating 4 out of 5]

Something Followed Us Home is an uncanny collection of short horror stories from Latiné authors. These tales vary across time and subject, but they all contain unsettling elements. They are eerie and atmospheric. From demonic dating disasters to land haunted by its history, this collection is sure to satisfy readers seeking scares.

Thanks to Simon & Schuster and Edelweiss for providing me with an eARC.