/lit/ - Literature

I was never a fan of science fiction, I only liked my classics, but got to start pic related and I'm really enjoying it. It has a lovecrafting vibe to it. Anything else to go from here to begin appreciating the genre?

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Is more SF any better than modern fantasy?

Did anyone here like this book as much as I did? It's available to read online for free.

Actual plot spoilers:
I find the idea that self-awareness is a trait unique to Humans, and ultimately inefficient, to be very interesting. The autism with the "vampires" bugs me slightly, due to the length he goes to justify them, but ultimately the book is fairly well written and the ideas are presented in a clear and thought provoking manner. It was a solid 8/10 for me, read it twice already.