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The world in Hard Winter by Neil Davies is horrifying. Even though I read it in a relatively warm climate I shivered. Like an overwhelming sense of melancholy the creeping ice destroys everything in its path. The main character is as rich as any in literature. Davies puts an ordinary man into extraordinary circumstances and forces him to overcome his weaknesses. This is an excellent story. I highly recommend it. The only negative is that it ended too soon. I want more. ]]>
I made it through the entire book. I feel dirty. I guess thats a good thing. While this book is not for everyone,(possibly me - I thought I was jaded) the writing is solid, with the exception of some pov problems at the end, and the characters are well drawn. Exquisite Corpse is definitely of its time (mid 80's) I'd forgotten how horrified people were about AIDS and serial killers. Both subjects seem thoroughly explored even overdone today. But I do see why its become a classic of its genre. It captures a moment in time. ]]>
Hello,
This looks like a great group. I'm Kate a freelance writer from Los Angeles. I love to read, especially horror and dark fantasy. I'm looking forward to meeting everyone and getting some great book recommendations. ]]>
Hello,
This looks like a great group. I'm Kate a freelance writer from Los Angeles. I love to read, especially urban fantasy. I'm looking forward to meeting everyone and getting some great book recommendations. ]]>
Kate Jones
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"From a certain point onward there is no longer any turning back. That is the point that must be reached." — Franz Kafka
"From a certain point onward there is no longer any turning back. That is the point that must be reached." — Franz Kafka
Kate Jones
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"Let us beware of common folk, common sense, sentiment, inspiration, and the obvious. " — Charles Baudelaire
"Let us beware of common folk, common sense, sentiment, inspiration, and the obvious. " — Charles Baudelaire
by James Frey
The audio version read by Ben Foster adds another layer to this book. It's exceptionally good. ]]>
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