This was my first Splatterpunk book but definitely wont be my last! , After pursuing careers (which ultimately failed) in music, film-making, and full-time drug use, he eventually circled back to his bloody bread and butter: writing highly disturbing and bizarre material that tends to explore the human potential for evil. One of my favorite aspects of Arons writing style is it has just the right amount of subtle humor and social commentary that doesnt derail the carnage. After living in a filthy home for most of her early life, Vera becomes an obsessive neat freak. 'The Slob' is not extreme horror, it's extreme violence. Add to basket. Needless to say, his parents were not thrilled by this tale and rather than acknowledging his creative genius suspected he might be a budding serial killer. !function(){function n(n,t){var r=i(n);return t&&(r=r("instance",t)),r}var r=[],c=0,i=function(t){return function(){var n=c++;return r.push([t,[].slice.call(arguments,0),n,{time:Date.now()}]),i(n)}};n._s=r,this.csa=n}(); Needless to say, his parents were not thrilled by this tale and rather than acknowledging his creative genius suspected he might be a budding serial killer. Ive read quite a lot of disturbing novels in my time, and very few can compare to Aron Beauregards work in terms of cliched, low-quality writing. Looking for authors similar in style or books of a similar type. Her obsession with cleanliness sprouts the concept that her skills can be put to use in a unique way. Until next time -E.B. Change). All of these experiences led to a raft of psychological issues as an adult, but none grave enough to prevent Vera from finding love. Finding out she is pregnant, she takes on a job as a vacuum door to door salesman. A typecast not to be ignored, when clearly the author seeks to obliterate any feminine qualities. It was very gruesome at parts and definitely not for the faint of heart. Also, if anyone reads his stuff and is interested, I've just created a sub dedicated to him so check it out. Change). He goes out of his way to let you know he appreciates you supporting him and that goes a long way for me! The Slob Paperback - 18 November 2020 by Aron Beauregard (Author) 1,571 ratings See all formats and editions Kindle $5.58 Read with Our Free App Audiobook $0.00 Free with your Audible trial Paperback $18.42 1 Used from $22.45 4 New from $18.42 SOME STAINS DON'T COME OUT. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. US$15.47. url = "https://s.gr-assets.com/assets/mobile/phone_hd_images-2b89833762f600506d44865a33582d11.css"; Nothing will prepare you for the nastiness, disorder, and sickening horror brought forth bythe Slob. Paperback. Such nicely constructed sentences to say such horrible and vile things. He emits a Manson-esque charm through the pathetic platform, peddling his works of smut and violence to any goon willing to listen. It was brutal, nauseating and exceptionally well written. googletag.pubads().setTargeting("signedin", "false"); To get the latest updates about upcoming releases, signed books and merchandise, film news, his horror podcasts, and so much more, visit his website: To subscribe to his free newsletter, join the AB Horror Maggot Mailing List at: Find all the books, read about the author, and more. . Features some unique gross out content and a satisfying end. Aron Beauregard was born and raised in Central Falls, Rhode Island. } Extreme horror authors - Listen Up! All is going well until she arrives at the steps of a house that will change her forever. g = p.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; And Im sure youre a stand up guy who loves to read stories about women being assaulted and tortured. Press J to jump to the feed. Reviewed in Australia on 28 February 2023. } By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Horror author, mother, and animal lover. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. won't be reading or listening to any other stories by the author. I just want my money back. which is disappointing since the horror scenes were written great. Id be lying if I said I didnt enjoy every sick moment of this depraved tale. (LogOut/ googletag.enableServices(); Thanks for adding your thoughts to the mix Adam! I had to make myself finish it. Then he forced me to watch him boil my scalp and hair. Thanks. }, He's been writing horror since the 6th grade and has now released over 20 books. Loved it! If this doesn't become a cult classic I'll eat one of 'The Slobs' home cooked meals. For this reason and none other, I dragged myself through it and tried to suspend belief, hold in my stomach contents, and resist the urge to set fire to the book. He's been writing horror since the 6th grade when his parents discovered a short story titled "Zombie Child" wedged in the back pocket of his dirty acid-washed jeans. It doesn't matter if you're into Stephen King, Octavia Butler, Jack Ketchum or Shirley Jackson, this is the place to share that love and discuss to your heart's content. var e = document.createElement("script"); e.src = "https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41mrkPcyPwL.js"; document.head.appendChild(e); var useSSL = "https:" == document.location.protocol; // page settings stylesheet.rel = "stylesheet"; } window.csa("Config", { Vera grew up in a filthy household. Visit www.eblunsford.com for more info. Outside of that, the last, oh, say 20%-10% of this book was really disappointing as I felt it was extremely rushed in explaining things I felt the reader didn't really care about, all in the name of "no loose ends". Hello! One of the worst books I've ever read. } fetchBids: function() { $14.95/month after 30 days. If your answer is yes, then what are you waiting for? Admittedly, the tone is not always stable. The Slob by Aron Beauregard is the epitome of good Extreme Horror. } catch (err) { It was about a teenager who couldn't score the girl of his dreams in life so he decided to kill her and impregnate her corpse You can imagine where it goes from there. //= 2; // retina display I just finished reading Aron Beauregards The Slob, and I gotta say this is one of the most vile and disgusting books Ive ever read. Are you a fan of the sick, twisted, or demented? Cancel anytime. Nothing is particularly well written. A.src = t; Warning: This book contains graphic content. I went onto Amazon. I finally found something that made me want to cry and puke at the same time. (LogOut/ Discover Book Depository's huge selection of Aron Beauregard books online. Now, all I need is Son of The Slob. The Slob and Yellow are my two favorites as well! (LogOut/ Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations. Faced with the prospect of her unborn baby falling victim to The Slob, she has mental images of staging a birthday party or bicycle-riding lesson for a pile of mangled fetal tissue. I sat there smelling my own flesh fill the air of that disgusting kitchen. Forest. } is a genius. ), Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 March 2022. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. US$17.81. Please try your request again later. This book isnt for me, extreme horror really isnt my thing but to suggest readers of this book need psychiatric help is narrow minded and reductive. I could not put this book aside. Vera, Vera, Vera, if only you had turned back and headed home, instead of chasing an extra 40 dollars.!! Its not an experiment of the form, its not to achieve a single reaction (revulsion), its not clever. Nothing will prepare you for the nastiness, disorder and sickening horror brought forth by The Slob. I've read Laymon, Lee, Ketchum and Jon AthanBeauregard may be my new fav.. I cant put it down. Plausible concepts are a huge plus, but psychological horror in any setting is fantastic. (LogOut/ The torso and limbs had been divided up like pizza in a first-grade math problem. if (window.csa) { There are some moments that are hard to stomach in this book but its a wild ride and well worth your time. TL:DR; I've started back reading and due to my enjoyment of Bazterrica's writing in "Tender is the Flesh", it was suggested to me to read "The Slob" by Aron Beauregard. This story firmly crosses boundaries and discards taboos.I need mind bleach.Or maybe a Bissell for my brain. Aron Beauregard was born in Central Falls, Rhode Island. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average.
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