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blatdriver's review against another edition
5.0
Burnt Fur is an anthology of 14 stories.
You know some days you just feel like something different, you don’t feel like a ghost story, and you just read a slasher story, you just want something different, well then this is for you.
I loved these stories, they range from extreme horror, to heart-warming, with some bizarre, and mind bending tales, with a few twisted laughs thrown in.
Despite the name no animals get burnt, and only the last story has some animal cruelty in it, and
even it not what you expect, I can’t tell you more without spoiling the story, but it is an excellent story about a hero.
What I loved about these stories is that so many of these stories are original, it reminds me of Clives Barkers Books of Blood stories or some of Poppy Z Brite’s writing, sure that is a werewolf story in the mix but even it is not the usual story.
There is some adult content in also, so not suitable for kids.
I want to thank Bloodbound Books for the opportunity to read a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
You know some days you just feel like something different, you don’t feel like a ghost story, and you just read a slasher story, you just want something different, well then this is for you.
I loved these stories, they range from extreme horror, to heart-warming, with some bizarre, and mind bending tales, with a few twisted laughs thrown in.
Despite the name no animals get burnt, and only the last story has some animal cruelty in it, and
even it not what you expect, I can’t tell you more without spoiling the story, but it is an excellent story about a hero.
What I loved about these stories is that so many of these stories are original, it reminds me of Clives Barkers Books of Blood stories or some of Poppy Z Brite’s writing, sure that is a werewolf story in the mix but even it is not the usual story.
There is some adult content in also, so not suitable for kids.
I want to thank Bloodbound Books for the opportunity to read a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
blatdriver's review
5.0
Burnt Fur is an anthology of 14 stories.
You know some days you just feel like something different, you don’t feel like a ghost story, and you just read a slasher story, you just want something different, well then this is for you.
I loved these stories, they range from extreme horror, to heart-warming, with some bizarre, and mind bending tales, with a few twisted laughs thrown in.
Despite the name no animals get burnt, and only the last story has some animal cruelty in it, and
even it not what you expect, I can’t tell you more without spoiling the story, but it is an excellent story about a hero.
What I loved about these stories is that so many of these stories are original, it reminds me of Clives Barkers Books of Blood stories or some of Poppy Z Brite’s writing, sure that is a werewolf story in the mix but even it is not the usual story.
There is some adult content in also, so not suitable for kids.
I want to thank Bloodbound Books for the opportunity to read a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
You know some days you just feel like something different, you don’t feel like a ghost story, and you just read a slasher story, you just want something different, well then this is for you.
I loved these stories, they range from extreme horror, to heart-warming, with some bizarre, and mind bending tales, with a few twisted laughs thrown in.
Despite the name no animals get burnt, and only the last story has some animal cruelty in it, and
even it not what you expect, I can’t tell you more without spoiling the story, but it is an excellent story about a hero.
What I loved about these stories is that so many of these stories are original, it reminds me of Clives Barkers Books of Blood stories or some of Poppy Z Brite’s writing, sure that is a werewolf story in the mix but even it is not the usual story.
There is some adult content in also, so not suitable for kids.
I want to thank Bloodbound Books for the opportunity to read a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
nicobellfiction's review
3.0
Where do I even begin? I say this with lots of love. These stories are MESSED UP! What in the world did I just read? So. Much. Grossness.
Okay, let me back up. First, I was very excited to be approached to review this collection. I mean, just look at the back cover. It promises a unique brand of horror that I don’t have a lot of experience in. Well, it delivered in the most disgusting and distributing way. This absolutely will not be everyone’s cup of terror. The stories cover pretty much every trigger warning imaginable and some I’m sure where created just for this anthology. (Gang raped by killer bees is a common trigger warning, right?) So if you’re prone to queasy stomachs, or prefer your horror subtle, you’ll probably want to skip this one.
BUT if you proudly wave your horror freak flag and want a trip through the wonderful world of bizzaro country, buckle up and allow me to wet your appetite.
The collect starts relatively tame with a “The Moon in Her Eyes” by Sarah Hans. ( Please keep in mind the word “relative.”) This is one of the few more serious pieces and far less disturbing than what follows. Enter “Mallard’s Maze” by Joseph Sale. “Did you know: Female mallards have phantom vaginas so only
the most dexterous, or freakish, males can impregnate them” (20). This is just one little nugget of knowledge that gets sprinkled over this twisted tale as the protagonist finds herself being hunted by a killer. I can’t…I don’t even…Honestly, I’m not even sure what to say without giving away the climax. This is the story that really sets the tone for the rest of the book. You’ll find plenty of furry action, plenty of penetration, plenty of blood and bodily fluids, and plenty of images that will burrow into your brain and never leave. Seriously, the bee rape scene in “A Concubine for the Hive” by Rue K. Poe (I should note that the woman enjoys it, but that doesn’t make it any less vomit inducing) will forever be buzzing in my brain. “Five Nights With Teddy” by Thurston Howl equally left behind a sour flavor with a bear man thrusting his member upon a man wolf, and “6 Dicks” by Rachel Lee Weist…well, I mean…who wouldn’t desire to wear a suit made of dick skin?
When it comes to explicit sex or violence, I always ask, “Is it necessary?” If not, it runs the risk of being stuck into the story for shock value only. I’m not sure the explicit nature of these stories added to the plot or characters. They’re shocking, for sure, but they were a little too over-the-top for me.
Look, this collection is W-I-L-D. It’s also well structured with incredible writers who hold nothing back. Overall, I don’t think I’ll dip my toe back into this particular horror brand anytime soon. I found it all a bit too disturbing for my taste, but the characters are well developed, the plots and tone of each story are crafted with care and precision, and it’s clear these writers are all incredibly talented.
Okay, let me back up. First, I was very excited to be approached to review this collection. I mean, just look at the back cover. It promises a unique brand of horror that I don’t have a lot of experience in. Well, it delivered in the most disgusting and distributing way. This absolutely will not be everyone’s cup of terror. The stories cover pretty much every trigger warning imaginable and some I’m sure where created just for this anthology. (Gang raped by killer bees is a common trigger warning, right?) So if you’re prone to queasy stomachs, or prefer your horror subtle, you’ll probably want to skip this one.
BUT if you proudly wave your horror freak flag and want a trip through the wonderful world of bizzaro country, buckle up and allow me to wet your appetite.
The collect starts relatively tame with a “The Moon in Her Eyes” by Sarah Hans. ( Please keep in mind the word “relative.”) This is one of the few more serious pieces and far less disturbing than what follows. Enter “Mallard’s Maze” by Joseph Sale. “Did you know: Female mallards have phantom vaginas so only
the most dexterous, or freakish, males can impregnate them” (20). This is just one little nugget of knowledge that gets sprinkled over this twisted tale as the protagonist finds herself being hunted by a killer. I can’t…I don’t even…Honestly, I’m not even sure what to say without giving away the climax. This is the story that really sets the tone for the rest of the book. You’ll find plenty of furry action, plenty of penetration, plenty of blood and bodily fluids, and plenty of images that will burrow into your brain and never leave. Seriously, the bee rape scene in “A Concubine for the Hive” by Rue K. Poe (I should note that the woman enjoys it, but that doesn’t make it any less vomit inducing) will forever be buzzing in my brain. “Five Nights With Teddy” by Thurston Howl equally left behind a sour flavor with a bear man thrusting his member upon a man wolf, and “6 Dicks” by Rachel Lee Weist…well, I mean…who wouldn’t desire to wear a suit made of dick skin?
When it comes to explicit sex or violence, I always ask, “Is it necessary?” If not, it runs the risk of being stuck into the story for shock value only. I’m not sure the explicit nature of these stories added to the plot or characters. They’re shocking, for sure, but they were a little too over-the-top for me.
Look, this collection is W-I-L-D. It’s also well structured with incredible writers who hold nothing back. Overall, I don’t think I’ll dip my toe back into this particular horror brand anytime soon. I found it all a bit too disturbing for my taste, but the characters are well developed, the plots and tone of each story are crafted with care and precision, and it’s clear these writers are all incredibly talented.
togo57's review against another edition
4.0
What does a secret cult, a shapeshifter, a femme fatale, and a penis-stealing opossum have in common? Well, it is that they all appear in this book!
Burnt Fur is an erotic/horror anthology by Blood Bound Books themed around animals (ironically, not all of them furred). From talking animals to shape-shifters, and all the way to humans in costumes, this collection explores not only the horror of being hunted as a prey by a non-human being, but also the one that even we as humans can cause against ourselves. To see my full review, story-by-story, you can go here.
CW: This book contains graphic depictions of gore, cannibalism, torture, mutilation, rape, bestiality, among others.
In "Salivation" by Theodore Deadrat we follow the thoughts of our protagonist, an unnamed goat who gets an unhealthy fixation on a deer he meets every day at the subway. What starts as a simple fascination turns into something more sinister as our protagonist thinks more and more about his prey. One of the shorter pieces in the anthology, and the page-turning writing makes it feel go even faster.
"The Hamford Pigs" by N. Rose is when things start getting more graphic. In this story, Toby, a police officer, gets invited to join a club founded by his late father, one which demands absolute secrecy and for him to wear a pig mask as they go on their activities. While I'll admit that maybe it's not the best story to read in the current political climate, the story does pose some interesting questions about, as another reviewer once noted, “duty, morals, and responsibility.”
A mix of erotic and body horror come together in "Five Nights With Teddy" by Thurston Howl. This be-careful-what-you-wish-for story deals with Dante, a furry fan who goes to meet the eponymous Teddy for a chance to be transformed into his fursona, each night getting closer to his goal, for better or for worse. A very unsettling story, with the main character's way of coping making it even more so as the nights go on.
In "Ware the Deep" by Stephanie Park we follow Zachary, a werewolf who's on the lookout for his next meal and ends up picking a girl he meets at a bar, one with an obsessive for and unusual interest in sharks. Extremely well paced, this cat-and-mouse story will have your eyes glued as you wonder who'll come out triumphant. Well, who am I kidding? We all know who was going to win, but, as the saying goes, "The journey, not the destination matters."
Last, but definitely not least, we have "The Victims" by James L. Steele. In this story, a female wolf recounts to one of her newborn pups about a yearly ritual that he'll eventually have to take part in. Every year, for one day only, evil spirits are given full control over their bodies and in exchange these spirits leave the world alone. As expected from this kind of spirit, what they decide to do with their new, temporary bodies and the aftermaths of it make up the bulk of the story. Body horror, dread, and somberness are all over the place, more than making "The Victims" a great way of finishing this collection.
Overall, a fun and disturbing anthology with a wide enough variety for fans of horror. This book will make you cringe, will make you sad, will make you root for some heroes while hating some of the others, and will keep you on the edge of your seat most of the time. However, as much as I liked several of the stories, I have to admit that I'd have mixed feelings recommending the anthology as a whole due to some of the subjects contained within it and the way they were handled. If any of the tagged warnings might offend you, this might not be the best book for you. If, on the other hand, you think you can stomach through all of them, pick this one up. I can assure that you'll have a beast of a time.
Burnt Fur is an erotic/horror anthology by Blood Bound Books themed around animals (ironically, not all of them furred). From talking animals to shape-shifters, and all the way to humans in costumes, this collection explores not only the horror of being hunted as a prey by a non-human being, but also the one that even we as humans can cause against ourselves. To see my full review, story-by-story, you can go here.
CW: This book contains graphic depictions of gore, cannibalism, torture, mutilation, rape, bestiality, among others.
In "Salivation" by Theodore Deadrat we follow the thoughts of our protagonist, an unnamed goat who gets an unhealthy fixation on a deer he meets every day at the subway. What starts as a simple fascination turns into something more sinister as our protagonist thinks more and more about his prey. One of the shorter pieces in the anthology, and the page-turning writing makes it feel go even faster.
"The Hamford Pigs" by N. Rose is when things start getting more graphic. In this story, Toby, a police officer, gets invited to join a club founded by his late father, one which demands absolute secrecy and for him to wear a pig mask as they go on their activities. While I'll admit that maybe it's not the best story to read in the current political climate, the story does pose some interesting questions about, as another reviewer once noted, “duty, morals, and responsibility.”
A mix of erotic and body horror come together in "Five Nights With Teddy" by Thurston Howl. This be-careful-what-you-wish-for story deals with Dante, a furry fan who goes to meet the eponymous Teddy for a chance to be transformed into his fursona, each night getting closer to his goal, for better or for worse. A very unsettling story, with the main character's way of coping making it even more so as the nights go on.
In "Ware the Deep" by Stephanie Park we follow Zachary, a werewolf who's on the lookout for his next meal and ends up picking a girl he meets at a bar, one with an obsessive for and unusual interest in sharks. Extremely well paced, this cat-and-mouse story will have your eyes glued as you wonder who'll come out triumphant. Well, who am I kidding? We all know who was going to win, but, as the saying goes, "The journey, not the destination matters."
Last, but definitely not least, we have "The Victims" by James L. Steele. In this story, a female wolf recounts to one of her newborn pups about a yearly ritual that he'll eventually have to take part in. Every year, for one day only, evil spirits are given full control over their bodies and in exchange these spirits leave the world alone. As expected from this kind of spirit, what they decide to do with their new, temporary bodies and the aftermaths of it make up the bulk of the story. Body horror, dread, and somberness are all over the place, more than making "The Victims" a great way of finishing this collection.
Overall, a fun and disturbing anthology with a wide enough variety for fans of horror. This book will make you cringe, will make you sad, will make you root for some heroes while hating some of the others, and will keep you on the edge of your seat most of the time. However, as much as I liked several of the stories, I have to admit that I'd have mixed feelings recommending the anthology as a whole due to some of the subjects contained within it and the way they were handled. If any of the tagged warnings might offend you, this might not be the best book for you. If, on the other hand, you think you can stomach through all of them, pick this one up. I can assure that you'll have a beast of a time.
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