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badseedgirl's review against another edition
4.0
This was a funny and irreverent little story. This will not be everyone's cup of tea, but I liked it immensely. This is a perfect story for the summer, entertaining, and requires no mental "heavy lifting."
benreadshorror's review
dark
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
skullheadface's review against another edition
5.0
Never trust an Adam, they make up everything.
This is an insane story with all the fixins. Adam Millard is absolutely hilarious, and I laughed at least once per each and every page! Out loud! My wife even said "oh come on, it can't be THAT funny..." But it really was! Blood and guts and my God it was SO GOOD, I'll be buying and reading all of Adam's books from here on out.
5/5 Pig Skulls
This is an insane story with all the fixins. Adam Millard is absolutely hilarious, and I laughed at least once per each and every page! Out loud! My wife even said "oh come on, it can't be THAT funny..." But it really was! Blood and guts and my God it was SO GOOD, I'll be buying and reading all of Adam's books from here on out.
5/5 Pig Skulls
larry_l's review
dark
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
A true comedy horror story.
dnemec's review
4.0
I bought this from a woman in one of my horror groups and couldn't resist starting it right away. Larry was Pigface, a serial killer in the 1970s that retired after nearly being burned alive by one of his "final girls." But despite the fact that it's 40 years later, he can't fight his urges anymore and returns once again to terrify stupid, horny teens and shed some blood. There are loads of gems for slasher film fans. (The gas attendant, Ozzie, puts on a great Ralph from the original Friday the 13th, telling them they are DOOMED if they go there! DOOMED!!! The last names include Krueger, Vorhees, Loomis.) We even get the pet pig's thoughts.
From the first page of the book: “‘I was a great killer, once upon a time. Now I can’t even sneeze without pissing down my leg.’ Larry Travers.” I laughed my ass off during this book. It was great!
From the first page of the book: “‘I was a great killer, once upon a time. Now I can’t even sneeze without pissing down my leg.’ Larry Travers.” I laughed my ass off during this book. It was great!
leerichmondauthor75's review
dark
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
This was a fun read. Larry is a comedy/horror love letter to the likes of Friday the 13th and Sleepaway Camp (but without the shock penis ending.) I'll definitely be checking out more from the author, as Larry was a blast.
mandapandemon's review
5.0
Campy pig sh*t
Absolutely enjoyed this read, it’s equal parts humor and slasher. Who can’t get behind an old as shit mass murderer wanting to relive his day of infamy? Oh! Did I mention his mask talks? Well it does and it’s all the sass and I told you so Larry needed.
There’s a lot of references to other iconic horror movies, books, etc that I found exquisite.
Absolutely enjoyed this read, it’s equal parts humor and slasher. Who can’t get behind an old as shit mass murderer wanting to relive his day of infamy? Oh! Did I mention his mask talks? Well it does and it’s all the sass and I told you so Larry needed.
There’s a lot of references to other iconic horror movies, books, etc that I found exquisite.
magpie_666's review
4.0
So much fun. Exactly what I needed in a gloomy 2021.
Loved the references and nods to the slasher film franchise staples.
Recommended to any horror fan with a dark sense of humour.
Oh yes, I also loved how the author is so British, using British references but the story is set in the US.
One question though. What film is the name Painter from? I got the others but I only know of the Candle Cover Painter.
Loved the references and nods to the slasher film franchise staples.
Recommended to any horror fan with a dark sense of humour.
Oh yes, I also loved how the author is so British, using British references but the story is set in the US.
One question though. What film is the name Painter from? I got the others but I only know of the Candle Cover Painter.