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The Perfect Game (The Perfect Game #1)
by
John Hansen
Entertainment is changing forever. Comedies, dramas, and reality TV shows are out. Murder is in.
In a world where murder is being exploited on TV, viewers watch live assassinations for their own entertainment. A hit game show where the challenge is to kill arises, stirring up remarkable popularity. Millions of viewers all across the globe watch it, vicariously experiencing...more
In a world where murder is being exploited on TV, viewers watch live assassinations for their own entertainment. A hit game show where the challenge is to kill arises, stirring up remarkable popularity. Millions of viewers all across the globe watch it, vicariously experiencing...more
Kindle Edition, 14 pages
Published
February 25th 2012
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The Perfect Game is a new reality show (and who doesn't love reality TV), but in this particular show, the game is murder. Viewers can live vicariously through George, the show's star, and watch him live as he stalks his next victim.
This short story was very interesting and unique. The author did a great job in just these few pages of setting up creepy, suspenseful imagery of the TV show and of the people watching it, and there is a twist at the end that you might not expect.
The author has ind...more
This short story was very interesting and unique. The author did a great job in just these few pages of setting up creepy, suspenseful imagery of the TV show and of the people watching it, and there is a twist at the end that you might not expect.
The author has ind...more
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What an amazing story!! Wow!! Still can't get over how John's mind worked in this one!! This is a MUST READ!! For a short story it ran so smooth and you could not put it down.Great Job John,I bow down to you!! Can not wait till I get my hands on more of your work!!
Jeff enjoys seeing the reality tv show "The Perfect Game" a show where you can actually witness murders happening right before your eyes. Jeff likes George a little to much its almost like he admires him. And one day while watching the show he can't help but wonder how it might feel to actually kill someone, see someone beg and soon take their last breath. When his nagging wife disturbs him while he is watching his show, he starts to think maybe he can experience that feeling without having to w...more
"The following is not for the faint-hearted", I read at the beginning of this story. I thought "yeah, okay. Another author who thinks he is so scary and his story will be so amazing that I will faint... Nope, I'm strong.) and then I couldn't sleep, because I was scared someone was going to murder me. I felt like in Primary school, when I watched first horror movies with friends and we were scared to go to bathroom alone.
It starts... Normally. Man is murdering a woman, okay. Nice descriptions, I...more
It starts... Normally. Man is murdering a woman, okay. Nice descriptions, I...more
The Perfect Game is a short story from a new up and coming young author that I have had the privilege to get to know. He is making great strides in his writing career and I can't wait to see what he writes about next.
In the last ten years or so we have been flooded with reality TV shows, but what happens when it turns deadly. The TV show The Perfect Game is a live show about 'George' a man who kills people and its live entertainment!
Jeff can't help but be mesmerized by this new TV show as it mak...more
In the last ten years or so we have been flooded with reality TV shows, but what happens when it turns deadly. The TV show The Perfect Game is a live show about 'George' a man who kills people and its live entertainment!
Jeff can't help but be mesmerized by this new TV show as it mak...more
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Although John’s book is a short story, it is far from short on the entertaining side! Horrifically entertaining, thrilling and might just have opened me up to a new love for horror novels! I love graphic fights scenes...add in some murder? Why not!
George is the murderer on The Perfect Game and Jeff never misses an episode on Saturday nights. The thrill of the kill through George is almost as good as the real thing...or is it? You’ll have to read it to find out!
I feel cheated to only have such a...more
George is the murderer on The Perfect Game and Jeff never misses an episode on Saturday nights. The thrill of the kill through George is almost as good as the real thing...or is it? You’ll have to read it to find out!
I feel cheated to only have such a...more
Where murder is the flavour of the month on TV, the only show to watch is The Perfect Game. Viewers watch a murder being committed, vicariously living the thrill of killing without committing the crime themselves. But what happens when things go too far?
This is a short story that is quite chillingly dark. George is the "star" of The Perfect Game, a reality TV show that showcases the most gruesome murders. This show has a huge following, and is the most popular TV show in the history of reality T...more
This is a short story that is quite chillingly dark. George is the "star" of The Perfect Game, a reality TV show that showcases the most gruesome murders. This show has a huge following, and is the most popular TV show in the history of reality T...more
I received a free download of "The Perfect Game", a short story by John Hansen.I understand now what he meant when he wrote "The following is not for the faint-hearted".
The Perfect Game" takes a look at what could happen when real life and reality tv cross the line. Written by John Hansen, this book shows the dark side of human nature. It is a very well written book that shows a creative side to Mr. Hansen that most people might not want to admit exists in most people. Definitely a Horror book,...more
The Perfect Game" takes a look at what could happen when real life and reality tv cross the line. Written by John Hansen, this book shows the dark side of human nature. It is a very well written book that shows a creative side to Mr. Hansen that most people might not want to admit exists in most people. Definitely a Horror book,...more
The blurb for this short story instantly made me think of The Running Man which is my favorite of the Richard Bachman books, plus was a cool movie starring Arnie. However, the basic theme -- a bloody reality show -- is about all the two share in common. The Perfect Game focuses more on the viewer experience rather than the participants. There are some good ideas expressed here but not sure the cohesion worked for me at the length. This one might be worth expanding into a longer short story, perh...more
This is a short horror story that is a lot of fun.
It explores the consequences of what could happen when game shows and reality shows combine to provide us the ultimately real game show.
In a way, it's an observation about current media trends such as reality TV. It's thought provoking because you can't help but wonder if this is the road down which our entertainment preferences are going to lead us. In this way the story reminds me a bit of The Running Man by Stephen King.
It's difficult to say...more
It explores the consequences of what could happen when game shows and reality shows combine to provide us the ultimately real game show.
In a way, it's an observation about current media trends such as reality TV. It's thought provoking because you can't help but wonder if this is the road down which our entertainment preferences are going to lead us. In this way the story reminds me a bit of The Running Man by Stephen King.
It's difficult to say...more
I've read this story three times now. Excellent work from indie author John Hansen! I'll definitely be picking up more of his work.
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I started this book last night even after reading "WARNING: The following is not for the faint-hearted", I read a little further and decided maybe I should save the rest of this until the next day, which I did. I didn't realize this was a short story and was sad that it was. With that being said, this is a short story you will not be disappointed. This is a great lead in to a series should the author decide to do that. This new and upcoming author will have you clicking (if you have an e-reader)...more
There's just one word to describe the book - hooked. Since this is the first book in the series I am excited and cannot wait to read more.
"The Perfect Game" takes a look at what could happen when real life and reality tv cross the line. Written by John Hansen, this book shows the dark side of human nature. It is a very well written book that shows a creative side to Mr. Hansen that most people might not want to admit exists in most people. Definitely a Horror book, the reader is on the edge of...more
"The Perfect Game" takes a look at what could happen when real life and reality tv cross the line. Written by John Hansen, this book shows the dark side of human nature. It is a very well written book that shows a creative side to Mr. Hansen that most people might not want to admit exists in most people. Definitely a Horror book, the reader is on the edge of...more
I really enjoyed this short story! John did a good job setting up what I think will become an excellent series. This book reads like a preface to a novel. The reader is introduced to the concept of "The Perfect Game" show and we get to experience the reaction firsthand of one of the many viewers of the show. I'm really excited to read the next book and hope that John will go into more detail about how the game show got its start, why America accepted it (i.e. what had changed in this fantasy wor...more
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There's a new game on television. You might want to check it out. Then again, you might not want to. It's an unusual take on something none of us consider a game.
This book will make you wonder if we aren't headed in this direction with all the reality TV we watch. I enjoyed the story and the twist at the end. Didn't see that one, I thought it might be another twist. Check this out. It'll keep you thinking.
I didn't find issues with this one.
I gave this one 5 out 5 books.
This book will make you wonder if we aren't headed in this direction with all the reality TV we watch. I enjoyed the story and the twist at the end. Didn't see that one, I thought it might be another twist. Check this out. It'll keep you thinking.
I didn't find issues with this one.
I gave this one 5 out 5 books.
The Perfect Game is a pretty decent short story with good horror themes and social commentary about violence in entertainment. It was a good little read.
On the other hand, it seems to be selling on Amazon with a list price of $2.99 (I got it on a free day) and it's only 14 pages long. Probably the author is using this story to drum up publicity for his other work. I think that's great and I hope he gets people interested in the rest of his writing.
On the other hand, it seems to be selling on Amazon with a list price of $2.99 (I got it on a free day) and it's only 14 pages long. Probably the author is using this story to drum up publicity for his other work. I think that's great and I hope he gets people interested in the rest of his writing.
In these days of increasingly lurid, vulgar and over the top reality television John Hansen's vision of a possible future is not so far removed from the current reality. People get their kicks from violent games, films and other media. This aspect makes the story an interesting read. John makes good use of descriptive language. A story that will have you shuddering as you watch the next reality TV show that comes on.
It's not my usual genre so I'll confine my comments to the writing itself.
I thought it was well written and the twist at the end wasn't what I expected.
My only major complaint is I couldn't really pin point whose point of view it was supposed to be in, which kept me at arm's length instead of emerging me in the story. It was definitely a dark story that many horror fans will love.
I thought it was well written and the twist at the end wasn't what I expected.
My only major complaint is I couldn't really pin point whose point of view it was supposed to be in, which kept me at arm's length instead of emerging me in the story. It was definitely a dark story that many horror fans will love.
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My rating is only is low and i dont normally do it at 2 - 2 1/2 stars, i did like this short story but i think it was ruined abit by how short it was ( i dont really like short storys anyway but won this in a give away ) it's defo for scary book lovers which im afraid thats not me!
I did however love the ending! an awesme twist!
I did however love the ending! an awesme twist!
Alrighty folks. This was a cool 14 page story. Without giving even the smallest hint away, I absolutely loved the ending, though I don't condone in any way, the actions people took in this book. It was just an ironic twist that I enjoyed.
I did have an issue with believability. If there was mention that we were in a world setting where culture had changed, and this kind of tv was acceptable, I would have been more convinced. There is mention that officials may be receiving bribes to air this mur...more
After finishing this book I thought to myself 'what did just happen?'. I liked the concept but the twisted ending just seemed too far fetched. This book is a fast read (only 14 pages) and is entertaining but that is all there is to say.
The Perfect Game is not just a a chilling horror story, it is also dark satire of reality TV and media manipulation.John Hansen paces this creepy story well and gives us a gripping read with satisfying conclusion.
Reality TV. It is part of everyday life but in this book in the near future things are a little more real. Murder for entertainment. An imaginative story with a creative conclusion.
thought this was a good story. could have been flushed out some but thats ok by me. suggested by an author i follow. if your looking for a quick read check out The Perfect Game.
Fun and quick read. Could of been longer, I really enjoyed the premise, and would have liked to see it go further.
This book was straight up creepy. And disturbing. I wish it was longer than 14 pages!
"This is not for the faint of heart" the author warns and with good reason. This is a horror story to rival most horror stories. I generally don't read horror because most of it is mindless but this story wasn't at all. It threw me for a loop and that's hard to do since I can predict what happens in most movies and books.
The Perfect Game is a short story with a lot of wow factor. I'm not going to spoil it but it starts with a reality T.V. murderer and ends in an unlikely manner. If this is a sa...more
The Perfect Game is a short story with a lot of wow factor. I'm not going to spoil it but it starts with a reality T.V. murderer and ends in an unlikely manner. If this is a sa...more
This was an okay story. Didn't particularly care for the idea of a reality show where someone was actually killing people but it was an easy read.
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| Q&A with John...: THE PERFECT GAME after-reading discussion: SPOILER WARNING!!! | 4 | 14 | Mar 12, 2012 03:03pm | |
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