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pause_theframe's review against another edition
4.0
This was such a good read! I loved the premise of the book and the main character’s home. It all wound together to make a really interesting read, especially with Ghoul Girl and her attitude on life.
I thought the author did a very brilliant job at creating interesting and well-rounded characters. She ensured there were people from all areas, hobbies, interests, etc and each had a variety of personalities. They all combined together to create a really wonderful world, within the book, and made it excellent to read.
The overall premise of the story was very interesting. It was really exciting to see just how our main character dealt with the horror taking place, and how much her social standing changed, when things started to go haywire.
The pace of the story was perfect. It kept me in suspense, whilst building up the horror aspect of the story, and really kept me on the edge of my seat.
Overall, this was a really good read and one that is perfect for a horrorfest of read during Halloween, or anytime of year, if you are like me!
I thought the author did a very brilliant job at creating interesting and well-rounded characters. She ensured there were people from all areas, hobbies, interests, etc and each had a variety of personalities. They all combined together to create a really wonderful world, within the book, and made it excellent to read.
The overall premise of the story was very interesting. It was really exciting to see just how our main character dealt with the horror taking place, and how much her social standing changed, when things started to go haywire.
The pace of the story was perfect. It kept me in suspense, whilst building up the horror aspect of the story, and really kept me on the edge of my seat.
Overall, this was a really good read and one that is perfect for a horrorfest of read during Halloween, or anytime of year, if you are like me!
raeanne's review against another edition
4.0
For this year's Bewitching Spooktacular, I'm reviewing Flesh by Laura Bickle, a YA paranormal featuring ghouls and a legendary catfish. If you know anything about catfish, you know how damn creepy they are normally. If you don't, scroll through Google images real quick...
I love the different mythology with Catfish Bob and ghouls. Easily my favorite part, TBH.
Second, is all the friendships and supportiveness between all the teens and how the mean girls & shit faded to the background after the beginning.
Third, how they didn't get distracted and angsty over romantic relationships. I didn't realize how much I was dreading the typical romance popping in until it didn't.
Fourth, is how Charlie was socially anxious and running away was her auto response and how Amanda's issues brought out the best of both. Sometimes who you surround yourself with brings out all kinds of surprises with how ya'll react to each other, for better or worse. Recognizing it and making the right decisions is a great life skill no one really talks about.
Flesh did have a few problems though. The middle dragged because the problem and solution became obvious before Charlie and crew clued in. A few things came out of left field as rather neat or
However, those were minor hitches and I'm really glad I picked this book as one of the rare exceptions from my new diversity policy.
FYI: Includes a rape attempt and a second hand story of sexual murder.
I love the different mythology with Catfish Bob and ghouls. Easily my favorite part, TBH.
Second, is all the friendships and supportiveness between all the teens and how the mean girls & shit faded to the background after the beginning.
Third, how they didn't get distracted and angsty over romantic relationships. I didn't realize how much I was dreading the typical romance popping in until it didn't.
Fourth, is how Charlie was socially anxious and running away was her auto response and how Amanda's issues brought out the best of both. Sometimes who you surround yourself with brings out all kinds of surprises with how ya'll react to each other, for better or worse. Recognizing it and making the right decisions is a great life skill no one really talks about.
Flesh did have a few problems though. The middle dragged because the problem and solution became obvious before Charlie and crew clued in. A few things came out of left field as rather neat or
However, those were minor hitches and I'm really glad I picked this book as one of the rare exceptions from my new diversity policy.
Reasons to Read:
- If you are looking for some different paranormal creatures and mythology.
- If you want a supportive and seemingly normal family headed by a coroner mother and father that runs a funeral parlor.
- If you want country towns, history, and local legends.
- If you don't want romance to get in the way of all the action and mystery.
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This review was originally posted on The Layaway Dragon
catsluvcoffee's review against another edition
4.0
Ghouls, revenants, zombies, the Undead. All of these have a million stories written about them. Yet I'm constantly amazed by the new angles that authors find to breathe life into old material. Flesh is one of those unique twists. Catfish Bob is an urban legend in the area. Tales of this giant catfish abound but there is no real proof that he exists. When a diary is found at the local museum, they realize exactly how far back the story of Catfish Bob goes.
I'm not exactly sure what Catfish Bob is truly meant to be but for the sake of the story, I don't feel that it's necessary that I fully comprehend it. Tales of giant catfish have played a part in almost every culture. The Japanese believed in an earthquake causing giant catfish called the Namazu. In Thailand, catfish of upwards of 600 pounds have been spotted, and treated with high regard and even given offerings during special rituals before fishing. In the U.S., myths of giant catfish date back to 1880's. Even in my region, I grew up hearing tales of giant catfish at the bottom of man-made Smith Mountain Lake. Do yourself a favor before you start reading and Google a little about catfish, especially the growls they make. I don't know what it is about the mythology of giant catfish that draws us, but I can't argue that the thought of them is a bit alarming.
I'm not exactly sure what Catfish Bob is truly meant to be but for the sake of the story, I don't feel that it's necessary that I fully comprehend it. Tales of giant catfish have played a part in almost every culture. The Japanese believed in an earthquake causing giant catfish called the Namazu. In Thailand, catfish of upwards of 600 pounds have been spotted, and treated with high regard and even given offerings during special rituals before fishing. In the U.S., myths of giant catfish date back to 1880's. Even in my region, I grew up hearing tales of giant catfish at the bottom of man-made Smith Mountain Lake. Do yourself a favor before you start reading and Google a little about catfish, especially the growls they make. I don't know what it is about the mythology of giant catfish that draws us, but I can't argue that the thought of them is a bit alarming.
schomj's review
4.0
Ghouls and adolescent awkwardness and a hilariously gruesome dachshund. This was a lot of fun.
CW: one reference to rape. Part of the story is based on "Native American" legend (but no info on what tribe or nation so eh, sketchy). Also, everyone is white.
CW: one reference to rape. Part of the story is based on "Native American" legend (but no info on what tribe or nation so eh, sketchy). Also, everyone is white.
brokebybooks's review
4.0
For this year's Bewitching Spooktacular, I'm reviewing Flesh by Laura Bickle, a YA paranormal featuring ghouls and a legendary catfish. If you know anything about catfish, you know how damn creepy they are normally. If you don't, scroll through Google images real quick...
I love the different mythology with Catfish Bob and ghouls. Easily my favorite part, TBH.
Second, is all the friendships and supportiveness between all the teens and how the mean girls & shit faded to the background after the beginning.
Third, how they didn't get distracted and angsty over romantic relationships. I didn't realize how much I was dreading the typical romance popping in until it didn't.
Fourth, is how Charlie was socially anxious and running away was her auto response and how Amanda's issues brought out the best of both. Sometimes who you surround yourself with brings out all kinds of surprises with how ya'll react to each other, for better or worse. Recognizing it and making the right decisions is a great life skill no one really talks about.
Flesh did have a few problems though. The middle dragged because the problem and solution became obvious before Charlie and crew clued in. A few things came out of left field as rather neat or
However, those were minor hitches and I'm really glad I picked this book as one of the rare exceptions from my new diversity policy.
FYI: Includes a rape attempt and a second hand story of sexual murder.
I love the different mythology with Catfish Bob and ghouls. Easily my favorite part, TBH.
Second, is all the friendships and supportiveness between all the teens and how the mean girls & shit faded to the background after the beginning.
Third, how they didn't get distracted and angsty over romantic relationships. I didn't realize how much I was dreading the typical romance popping in until it didn't.
Fourth, is how Charlie was socially anxious and running away was her auto response and how Amanda's issues brought out the best of both. Sometimes who you surround yourself with brings out all kinds of surprises with how ya'll react to each other, for better or worse. Recognizing it and making the right decisions is a great life skill no one really talks about.
Flesh did have a few problems though. The middle dragged because the problem and solution became obvious before Charlie and crew clued in. A few things came out of left field as rather neat or
However, those were minor hitches and I'm really glad I picked this book as one of the rare exceptions from my new diversity policy.
Reasons to Read:
- If you are looking for some different paranormal creatures and mythology.
- If you want a supportive and seemingly normal family headed by a coroner mother and father that runs a funeral parlor.
- If you want country towns, history, and local legends.
- If you don't want romance to get in the way of all the action and mystery.
a Rafflecopter giveaway
This review was originally posted on The Layaway Dragon
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