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3.96 AVERAGE
3.96 AVERAGE
Sometimes, going into a book blind pays off. And sometimes it doesn't. This was definitely the latter.
I don't know what I expected, if I'm honest. But I certainly wasn't expecting this to be a long drawn out vampire book. At times, I felt it was a little boring and took a long time for anything to really happen. I kept waiting for something exciting to happen.
I also found there were a lot of characters to keep track of, which at times can be a little confusing.
It wasn't one of my favourite reads by a long shot, but it wasn't bad.
If the title isn't enough of a TW, make sure you check the rest of the TWs (there are many) for this one.
I don't know what I expected, if I'm honest. But I certainly wasn't expecting this to be a long drawn out vampire book. At times, I felt it was a little boring and took a long time for anything to really happen. I kept waiting for something exciting to happen.
I also found there were a lot of characters to keep track of, which at times can be a little confusing.
It wasn't one of my favourite reads by a long shot, but it wasn't bad.
If the title isn't enough of a TW, make sure you check the rest of the TWs (there are many) for this one.
challenging
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This one is hard to review, but I enjoyed it a lot.
Duncan Ralston writes some odd stories, and I have liked all the ones I've read so far. The fact that this one touches on some disturbing stories, very similar to some things that have been in the news, is cleverly delivered with the addition of vampires. The characters are all pretty well developed, and the storyline moves along just right.
A solid 4 star read.
Duncan Ralston writes some odd stories, and I have liked all the ones I've read so far. The fact that this one touches on some disturbing stories, very similar to some things that have been in the news, is cleverly delivered with the addition of vampires. The characters are all pretty well developed, and the storyline moves along just right.
A solid 4 star read.
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Everyone's heard of the exclusive parties aboard Emory Jackman's amazing cruise ship and at his island, The Little Pearl. But a rather terrifying amount of his high-profile guests are privy to an even more exclusive club that trades in young, unwilling flesh. When this is discovered by an unlikely band of conspirators, they are eager to save the victims from their horrific fate but they're about to learn, which are the worse monsters, the humans or the supernatural ones?
This alternated between a kitschy, fun read and a rough, repulsive read. I enjoyed reading the character development and the plot unfold (especially the resolution, so satisfying) but as expected from the title, some scenes made you wish you had some brain bleach.
I also recommend reading the note from the author at the end. It gave some interesting insight and ended on a solid nod to what so many people cannot debate. Just sayin'.
Duncan always brings his A-game to the table and while this does not beat out my love for a couple others of his work, it's a book I'm very glad to have in my collection.
This alternated between a kitschy, fun read and a rough, repulsive read. I enjoyed reading the character development and the plot unfold (especially the resolution, so satisfying) but as expected from the title, some scenes made you wish you had some brain bleach.
I also recommend reading the note from the author at the end. It gave some interesting insight and ended on a solid nod to what so many people cannot debate. Just sayin'.
Duncan always brings his A-game to the table and while this does not beat out my love for a couple others of his work, it's a book I'm very glad to have in my collection.
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This one is hard to review, but I enjoyed it a lot.
Duncan Ralston writes some odd stories, and I have liked all the ones I've read so far. The fact that this one touches on some disturbing stories, very similar to some things that have been in the news, is cleverly delivered with the addition of vampires. The characters are all pretty well developed, and the storyline moves along just right.
A solid 4 star read.
Duncan Ralston writes some odd stories, and I have liked all the ones I've read so far. The fact that this one touches on some disturbing stories, very similar to some things that have been in the news, is cleverly delivered with the addition of vampires. The characters are all pretty well developed, and the storyline moves along just right.
A solid 4 star read.
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
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dark
tense
medium-paced
A very interesting take on the legend of Dracula and Van Helsing. Highly recommend if you're not sceeamish
It's difficult to discuss too many details about the story, for fear of giving away some interesting reveals - but safe to say, the title of Pedo Island Bloodbath makes it abundantly clear what you're getting into, including associated triggers. While it isn't quite splatterpunk, it goes to some dark places with graphic scenes of SA and violence throughout.
The novel is a quick, engrossing read, with the ease at which I devoured it belying the 400+ page length. There's enough moments where the plot goes in an unexpected direction, or you learn of a major character's motivations & history, to hold interest throughout.
If the idea of classic, slow-burn horror - interspersed with moments of intense brutality and writing that can make you incredibly uncomfortable - is something that you're craving, then this is an easy book to recommend. The title and cover are about as subtle as a brick, and luckily Ralston's ability to deliver an enthralling story more than does them justice.
The novel is a quick, engrossing read, with the ease at which I devoured it belying the 400+ page length. There's enough moments where the plot goes in an unexpected direction, or you learn of a major character's motivations & history, to hold interest throughout.
If the idea of classic, slow-burn horror - interspersed with moments of intense brutality and writing that can make you incredibly uncomfortable - is something that you're craving, then this is an easy book to recommend. The title and cover are about as subtle as a brick, and luckily Ralston's ability to deliver an enthralling story more than does them justice.
Another Masterpiece!!
This book had me laughing, crying, cussing and more. Duncan always has a way with his writing. The characters get down inside you and stay kicking around.
This one will do this for sure. Great mix of of gore, horror, intensity and cringe. Honestly could not recommend higher!!!
This book had me laughing, crying, cussing and more. Duncan always has a way with his writing. The characters get down inside you and stay kicking around.
This one will do this for sure. Great mix of of gore, horror, intensity and cringe. Honestly could not recommend higher!!!