But I see now why people said its the most disgusting book theyve ever read. In an effort to generate some income for her and her disabled husband Daniel just prior to the birth of their first child, she takes aim at the booming door to door sales business of the late 80s. Her child is aborted in a way that I cant even describe here. she came off pretentious and her relationship with her husband seemed a little bit token. During the course of the story Vera meets a second captive, Sandra, whose dialogue is curiously indistinguishable from Veras first-person narration. !function(){function n(n,t){var r=i(n);return t&&(r=r("instance",t)),r}var r=[],c=0,i=function(t){return function(){var n=c++;return r.push([t,[].slice.call(arguments,0),n,{time:Date.now()}]),i(n)}};n._s=r,this.csa=n}(); Just messed up, but not even in a good way. "ebfg_email", "ebfg_sms"]; : The book starts off slow then packs a punch like a motherfucker, leaving scenes in your brain that require immediate eye bleach. } Stine, Harold Schechter, Roald Dahl. For those you who enjoy this genre, you will like it. It has an underlying tone of psychological horror, a solid backstory, and a strong, vivid main character. "Events.SushiEndpoint": "https://unagi.amazon.com/1/events/com.amazon.csm.csa.prod", Just when I thought it couldnt get worse, the author somehow managed to throw in homophobia and racism in the final 10 pages! won't be reading or listening to any other stories by the author. Needless to say, his parents were not thrilled by this tale and rather than acknowledging his creative genius suspected he might be a budding serial killer. For those you are easily offended or upset.steer clear. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. In summary, this book was absolutely brutal. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Are you a fan of the sick, twisted, or demented? Absolutely the worst thing Ive ever heard in my entire life. Would I read it again? Which was your favorite of the two? I'm sorry the author didn't succeed in making it seem interesting or more grisly; it felt like he was writing it just for show. Vera employs the same tone of voice to describe the horrors within his home: Figuring out what was connected to what was hardly as simple as the childrens song so many of us knew by heart. Exclusively against women apart from a scene at the end when a group of gay men are beheaded. "CacheDetection.RequestID": "P9ZWWV3JHMTSXH679245", The reviews on his listing read like snuff site comments:Heck, this is as disturbing as it gets; At times I was shocked at what I was reading and didnt think anyone would ever go this far in a book; Degradation, humiliation, endless violence and revulsion on a grand scale, all the way to the bitter sweet ending.That said, I imagine that there are some extreme horror novels that are well written and this is anything but. Access a growing selection of included Audible Originals, audiobooks and podcasts. I read it as fast as I could to reach the conclusion, rooting for the captured heroine. Which was your favorite of the two? Do you want your horror leaking bodily fluids all over the page yet also written with intelligence and a character you care about? When she meets him, we are given a graphic physical description: he has teeth that reminded me of a bumblebee because they were mostly yellow and black; his stomach protrudes beneath his belt in both directions, taking both the over and under like a bet that didnt make sense; his shirt bears armpit stains that stretched so far out that it felt like there was a possibility that they might get to meet someday; and the hairs on his head are clinging together by a self-generated hair gel that used his own ingredients as a secret formula. Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet or computerno Kindle device required. The narration was brilliant, the story itself is not fit the faint hearted. Her biography runs into a marriage to paralysed Vietnam veteran Daniel, who she originally courted with sick jokes about cannibalism and strokes; this entire life story is narrated by Vera narrates with lashings of observational humour. Regardless of what he did in his life, horror always followed him. Review originally published in SCREAM Magazine issue #67 July/August 2021. Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations. googletag.enableServices(); The steps of an evil that resurrects the ghastly memories she so desperately tried to wash away. Definitely going to read his other works. which is disappointing since the horror scenes were written great. q("f", arguments) var ue_mid = "A1PQBFHBHS6YH1"; If you're a mother like me, you will immediately know when you read it which part I'm referring to. var ue_id = "P9ZWWV3JHMTSXH679245"; [CDATA[ From suburban life to utter hell, this was one story that I couldnt put down as I struggled to keep up with the trauma the protagonist is forced to endure. Raised in a household so filthy it was stomach-spilling, Vera involuntarily evolved into a neat freak. Classic extreme horror. 'The Slob' is not extreme horror, it's extreme violence. I wish I had come across this review before reading. Raped by the dead at the will of the living., I felt it enter me like a slimy nightcrawler squirming around.. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Oh boy, I kind of loved this repugnant read. googletag.cmd.push(function() { I feel like I've been chugging the liquid at the bottom of a city garbage truck on a summer day. var source = getCookieWithoutJQuery("source"); }, By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. g = p.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; Aron Beauregard is one of the hardest working artists I know and is rapidly slithering his way into becoming the King of splatter. You will get an email reminder before your trial ends. } googletag.pubads().setTargeting("gr_author", "false"); It tries to shock and fails. One of my favorite aspects of Arons writing style is it has just the right amount of subtle humor and social commentary that doesnt derail the carnage. I absolutely adored the illustrations throughout the book they were morbidly beautiful.. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. } Audiobook. Son of The Slob. var stylesheet = document.createElement("link"); Paperback. His writing is dark and without boundaries and, as a result, he's won the Splatterpunk Award once after garnering 3 total nominations. Same, that was my first splatterpunk book too! Change). }()); I skim over his writing style because theres so much else to focus on, but oh god. This is pretty much an extreme fest that even goes further than what I feel comfortable with, so maybe that is a warning for all those who dont have strong stomachs. After tooling around for decades, hes finally started publishing his work (to the applause of a handful of deranged perverts). (function() { Outside of that, the last, oh, say 20%-10% of this book was really disappointing as I felt it was extremely rushed in explaining things I felt the reader didn't really care about, all in the name of "no loose ends". Stine, Harold S, Shane McKenzie, Clive Barker, Brett Easton Ellis, R.L. a[a9] = { Sometimes I ask myself why I read Splatterpunk; it often makes me queasy in its unapologetic gore and depravity. If you're a mother like me, you will immediately know when you read it which part I'm referring to. (LogOut/ window.csa("Config", { A typecast not to be ignored, when clearly the author seeks to obliterate any feminine qualities. Slob is the nastiest but yellow is a close second for sure and is just amazing! Im glad you and some of the others that commented have enjoyed The Slob and Yellow, great to see some new people discovering the stories , Well it is a very short read, will only take a couple hours if your a fast reader. A childish and cartoonishly homophobic premise festooned in boilerplate writing and the most anatomically incorrect violation of the female reproductive system youll read this side of the Mississippi! "The Slob" starts off crazy slow, but that's all good and dandy as we're using this time to get invested in our protagonist. If your answer is yes, then what are you waiting for? : Aron was born in Central Falls, Rhode Island. Yes! There were parts that had me literally gagging and a certain part that had me tear up with emotion. 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This is probably the most disturbing novella Ive read in a long time. var ue_t0=window.ue_t0||+new Date(); I really wish I didn't waste a credit on this book. : It should be mandatory reading for every vacuum cleaner saleswoman. If you want good writing, and youre a woman who doesnt want to feel the authors hatred for your sex radiating off the page for you as you read give this a wide berth. All of these experiences led to a raft of psychological issues as an adult, but none grave enough to prevent Vera from finding love. }); 1 title per month from Audibles entire catalog of best sellers, and new releases. //]]> Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 25 March 2021. Reviewed in Australia on 18 February 2022. Not exactly a groundbreaking concept for an extreme horror story; even the title recalls Rex Millers seminal 1987 splatterpunk novel Slob. } Vera quickly learns survival has its cost. Beauregard is a superb story teller. Now, all I need is Son of The Slob. Any book is up for discussion as long as that discussion is respectful. The Slob Paperback - 18 November 2020 by Aron Beauregard (Author) 1,571 ratings See all formats and editions Kindle $5.58 Read with Our Free App Audiobook $0.00 Free with your Audible trial Paperback $18.42 1 Used from $22.45 4 New from $18.42 SOME STAINS DON'T COME OUT. Her obsession with cleanliness sprouts the concept that her skills can be put to use in a unique way. The author is talented with their words, which can be more rare for this genre. googletag.pubads().setTargeting("sid", "osid.e7fb582ebcf38074f9ee3bd8fb6dade1"); Dirty Heads: A novella of cosmic coming-of-age horror. }); I just really hated The Slob. function q(c, r) { Link below. He seems to really enjoy that part. 18 Nov 2020. Something went wrong with your request. He's been writing horror since the 6th grade when his parents discovered a short story titled "Zombie Child" wedged in the back pocket of his dirty acid-washed jeans. Many thanks to the author for letting me share these quotes and images from the book! window.Mobvious.device_type = 'mobile'; q("i", arguments) You will love yellow, more indepth and a little bit of a longer read. (LogOut/ A revolting masterpiece. Add to basket . Such nicely constructed sentences to say such horrible and vile things. The reviews I saw had people saying it made them throw up and I thought, theres just no way.. He's been writing horror since the 6th grade when his parents discovered a short story titled "Zombie Child" wedged in the back pocket of his dirty acid-washed jeans. There are some moments that are hard to stomach in this book but its a wild ride and well worth your time. It was very gruesome at parts and definitely not for the faint of heart. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Book review: The Slob by AronBeauregard, Definitely dont click on this button to buy it. Extreme violence towards women and gay men. It also analyses reviews to verify trustworthiness. [CDATA[ Thanks for adding your thoughts to the mix Adam! I knew EXACTLY what was going to happen and just kept thinking "is he actually going to do this? Hey, guys. Aron was born in Central Falls, Rhode Island. The Slob is for Extreme Horror fans. An avid supporter of horror art and illustration, Aron has made it his standard to hire illustrators for every book that he puts out himself under his brand AB Horror. They're only like 4 bucks in the Kindle store for the e book. This review is the opinions of Kirstie, the human. url = "https://s.gr-assets.com/assets/mobile/phone_images-9e9093f0cfddba8c2b1e815375d976a3.css"; I would definitely read more of his books, I love gore and that's exactly what you get! The snarky observation, credible when presented in Veras internal monologue, becomes hard to swallow when actually spoken by a character who has been horribly mutilated and now fears for their life: After he took the top off, she pointed to her raw skull, he had me sit down. This story firmly crosses boundaries and discards taboos.I need mind bleach.Or maybe a Bissell for my brain. The Slob #1 The Slob Aron Beauregard 3.47 3,134 ratings768 reviews SOME STAINS DON'T COME OUT. The author nailed it! Cookie Notice function isShowingBuyableFeatures() { When you enter his realm, be prepared to embrace the ugly and FEEL THE SPLATTER! This book is extremely brutal and there are so many trigger warnings. node.parentNode.insertBefore(gads, node); Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. He's been writing horror since the 6th grade when his parents discovered a short story titled "Zombie Child" wedged in the back pocket of his dirty acid-washed jeans. I also really enjoyed the illustrations throughout the book. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. She climbs the steps to the house and knocks on the door. Visit www.eblunsford.com for more info. All is going well until she arrives at the steps of a house that will change her forever. https://www.amazon.com/Slob-Aron-Beauregard-ebook/dp/B08NT3DXSC/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=slob+by+aaron&qid=1624494013&s=books&sr=1-1, Horror Bookworm Spotlights JohnBaltisberger, American Cannibal edited by RebeccaRowland, Zombie Cheerleaders On LSD by PeterCaffrey, Tales To Make You Vomit: Savage Headhunters by J. ManfredWeichsel, Ooze: Little Bursts Of Body Horror edited by Ruth AnnaEvans, The Insatiable Hunger Of Trees by SamanthaEaton, We All Fall Before The Harvest by C.M. Wow! } What sets this book apart from others in the genre is that the writing was character driven. }); then the last chapter happened. Raised in a household so filthy it was stomach-spilling, Vera involuntarily evolved into a neat freak. There is a certain feeling of being cleaned found on the other side of a story like this. Go look at internet cats instead. Yes, there is such a thing. ! (my favorite). It was about a teenager who couldn't score the girl of his dreams in life so he decided to kill her and impregnate her corpse And Im sure youre a stand up guy who loves to read stories about women being assaulted and tortured. window.Mobvious = {}; Brutal to the core, The Slob will test even the most ardent lover of extreme horrors stamina and tolerance. I really enjoyed the detail and lack of restriction in Beauregard's writing, and I was wondering, for those of you who've possibly read "The Slob", or are fans of Beauregard's work yourself, what are other books, or other authors worth checking out? This is extreme horror at its finest. It was about a teenager who couldnt score the girl of his dreams in life so he decided to kill her and impregnate her corpse You can imagine where it goes from there. You cant change what cloth youve been cut from but you can try to at least wash it., The nastiness that was my childhood was something I would always be trying to clean up., Coming back wasnt what I needed to worry about, it was coming out., Evil had materialized and sought me out., I was being violated with someone elses remains. return false; If you're a fan of splatter plunk and extreme horror, this is a MUST READ! Capturing and disposing of young women for his own pleasure and an undisclosed reason, he meets his match in personal hell. Take a look at Arons Year in Books. Hard to see the good in this book when its riddled with sexism, fatphobia, and ableism. Bizarro Horror fans will enjoy the reach, and Extreme Horror fans will enjoy Arons dedication to a quality level of relevant brutality and gore. I went onto Amazon. But such a pat summary does little justice to just how engagingly twisted this book is. For this reason and none other, I dragged myself through it and tried to suspend belief, hold in my stomach contents, and resist the urge to set fire to the book. for(var i=0; i Noah Sewell Bench Press, Trouble Shield And Power Die Rules, Articles T