Raised in a household that was so filthy it was stomach spilling, Vera has become a neat-freak. var e = document.createElement("script"); e.src = "https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41mrkPcyPwL.js"; document.head.appendChild(e); 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. This review will likely be unpopular, and I can give Beauregard his due. The author makes you care about the characters before he puts them through hell. The story does start off strong then half way though it just becomes "how can I make this as pointlessly disgusting as possible with out actually adding to the plot/story". for(var i=0; iThe Slob by Aron Beauregard (2021 Splatterpunk Awards) He's been writing horror since the 6th grade and has now released over 20 books. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. 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. }); Nothing is particularly well written. The physical horror the protagonist goes through is beyond description in this review. googletag.enableServices(); Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Extreme fiction is one of those areas a lot of people write in these days but so few do it well. It's when the book hits its 45-50% marker that things get nasty.I, as well as a lot of you in here, I'm sure, don't really wince at horror anymore. Are you a fan of the sick, twisted, or demented? He goes out of his way to let you know he appreciates you supporting him and that goes a long way for me! //. var useSSL = "https:" == document.location.protocol; Paperback. Barbaric and filthy disgusting. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Son of The Slob. What I can say is, it is a very quick read and it doesnt take long before you get to the goods. You cant change what cloth youve been cut from but you can try to at least wash it., The nastiness that was my childhood was something I would always be trying to clean up., Coming back wasnt what I needed to worry about, it was coming out., Evil had materialized and sought me out., I was being violated with someone elses remains. then the last chapter happened. this was absolutely cuckooooooo. By confirming your purchase, you agree to Audible's, Get started by signing in with your Amazon account. googletag.pubads().disableInitialLoad(); The Slob by Aron Beauregard - Audiobook - Audible.com Aron Beauregard, The Slob and Yellow Wow everyone, I just finished these two books by Aron Beauregard and let me tell you, if you want to be disturbed And utterly disgusted, these two are Amazing quick reads. The story also has a smooth and skillful flow, especially . The steps of an evil that resurrects the ghastly memories she so desperately tried to wash away. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. I am in..I'm 100% firmly in the Aron Beauregard fan club.. I was a little worried as often when books are over-hyped, those are the ones I tend to not enjoy. After pursuing careers (which ultimately failed) in music, filmmaking, 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. Thanks. var ue_furl = "fls-na.amazon.com"; Everything else is an afterthought, with so little effort put into the surrounding plot, language or story elements that it reads like two different authors. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); L is for Lycans (featuring my short story Harzie Pulls the Trigger), I is for Internet (featuring my short story Hackergirl), The Bumper Book of British Bizarro (featuring my short story House of Joy). Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 April 2022, (WARNING: This review contains MAJOR spoilers. } I finished a few shorter stories that Ive been working on and had another arm-wrestling practice. Get help and learn more about the design. if (a[a9]) return; I legitimately threw up in my mouth reading it and didnt even bother to finish after the gay men made their appearance. Try again. This is probably the most disturbing novella Ive read in a long time. init: function() { Highly recommended for those who like this sub-genre of horror and those who have a strong stomach. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. In an effort to generate some income for her and her disabled husband Daniel just prior to the birth of their first child, she takes aim at the booming door to door sales business of the late 80s. but as the story progressed I found myself rooting for her and her survival. Both women have their own dedicated rape scenes, and objectification is taken to the extreme with one womans oral lips being sewn to her lady lips. The amount of effort and time that is spent during these scenes describing everything in intimate detail from The Slobs genitals to the womans injuries shows an obsessive approach to this violence. Deeply disturbing and a truly horrific read.would I recommend it? Her plans do not always go as intended, thereby adding still more twists to a plot which, on paper, sounds so simple. After tooling around for decades, hes finally started publishing his work (to the applause of a handful of deranged perverts). It wont end well. disgusting, gory and definitely gross. (LogOut/ googletag.pubads().enableAsyncRendering(); The reviews on his listing read like snuff site comments:Heck, this is as disturbing as it gets; At times I was shocked at what I was reading and didnt think anyone would ever go this far in a book; Degradation, humiliation, endless violence and revulsion on a grand scale, all the way to the bitter sweet ending.That said, I imagine that there are some extreme horror novels that are well written and this is anything but. The Slob is the 4th book of Arons I have read and it definitely maintains the gore drenched hellscape that you have come to love and expect from him. url = "https://s.gr-assets.com/assets/mobile/phone_hd_images-2b89833762f600506d44865a33582d11.css"; Upon discovering she and her disabled husband, Daniel, are expecting, she needs fast cash. The first-person perspective is brilliantly conversational, the character entertaining, relatable, and evocative. Like his new book Son of the Slob will be coming out at the end of this month! I follow a lot of horror reviewers and this author's books keep popping up. })(); Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations. I read it as fast as I could to reach the conclusion, rooting for the captured heroine. Im still hard at work on my next novel, but today I have another book review to share. "Events.Namespace": "csa", Book Review: The Slob - eblunsford.com It was very gruesome at parts and definitely not for the faint of heart. I really wish I didn't waste a credit on this book. Regardless of what he did in his life, horror always followed him. This isnt like Chuck Palahniuks smartly written and graphic Guts a short story that caused people to faint from the horror at book readings. Tender is the Flesh: TikTok Made Me Buy It! _Q: [] A feast for the depraved! Aron Beauregard is the real deal when it comes to extreme horror. It was about a teenager who couldn't score the. Its not an experiment of the form, its not to achieve a single reaction (revulsion), its not clever. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Learn more. Regardless of what he did in his life, horror always followed him. The gore in American Psycho is worse. Just when I thought it couldnt get worse, the author somehow managed to throw in homophobia and racism in the final 10 pages! No. It is not full-on bizarro, but one can see the elements of that subgenre in this story. Raised in a household so filthy it was stomach-spilling, Vera involuntarily evolved into a neat freak. Pretty sure I would get banned if I started explaining everything in detail that happens , Can someone please tell me where I can read it for free I cant find it anywhere , Save $4 and get it from Amazon or Google books. Since most of what was happening was absurd and some situations were nearly comical because they could never occur, this wasn't even remotely frightening. window.Mobvious = {}; page: {requestId: "P9ZWWV3JHMTSXH679245", meaningful: "interactive"} trigger warning rape, canabalism, extreme violence, blood, gore. 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. 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. It is clear that the author writes only for the personal pleasure of extreme, revolting horror. Thanks! Definitely worth five stars. With seemingly thousands of people looking for the most extreme in extreme horror, he is a people pleaser. Very well said! Discover Book Depository's huge selection of Aron Beauregard books online. : When she meets him, we are given a graphic physical description: he has teeth that reminded me of a bumblebee because they were mostly yellow and black; his stomach protrudes beneath his belt in both directions, taking both the over and under like a bet that didnt make sense; his shirt bears armpit stains that stretched so far out that it felt like there was a possibility that they might get to meet someday; and the hairs on his head are clinging together by a self-generated hair gel that used his own ingredients as a secret formula. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. You will love yellow, more indepth and a little bit of a longer read. Aron Beauregard was born and raised in Central Falls, Rhode Island. He seems to really enjoy that part. The author nailed it! It is so good and if you want to be disturbed while secretly loving it, check it out. Classic extreme horror. For those you who enjoy this genre, you will like it. But perhaps seeing a psychiatrist is also a good idea. The Slob has a premise that can be summarised in a single succinct line: a door-to-door saleswoman ends up in the house of a cannibal-rapist-necrophile and must figure out a means of escaping. The plot and all its grimy appendages braid together like clockwork. Anything that is plausible is a huge plus in my eyes, as I feel the fear is more validated versus the dread of being stalked by a vampire or some shit like that. 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. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. 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There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. I wish I had come across this review before reading. Ha ha yeah I guess so Jon. "Application": "GoodreadsMonolith", An avid supporter of horror art and illustration, Aron has made it his standard to hire illustrators for every book that he puts out himself under his brand AB Horror. SOME STAINS DON'T COME OUT Raised in a household that was so filthy it was stomach spilling, Vera has become a neat-freak. var source = getCookieWithoutJQuery("source"); Which was your favorite of the two? I read The Slob and Tender is the Flesh because of the same tiktok guy. I will never get those images out of my head. if (isRetina) { I know that this is a story and gore for the sake of gore but it was just so god damm unrealistic that at many point I almost gave up because it was just to stupid. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 25 March 2021. I expected something terrible to happen to her pregnancy but DAMN. I feel nothing for it. Press J to jump to the feed. A convenience shop owner and his wife go through a terrible event which leads to the most gruesome knargly revenge story ever. I skim over his writing style because theres so much else to focus on, but oh god. But I see now why people said its the most disgusting book theyve ever read. 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. : 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. Need to get to the next one soon enough. Dont. The Slob is the most disgusting thing I've ever read. A typecast not to be ignored, when clearly the author seeks to obliterate any 'feminine' qualities. A.src = t; I had been recommended this book on TikTok and as an avid horror reader felt I owed it a check out. The Slob by Aron Beauregard (2021 Splatterpunk Awards) The Slob has a premise that can be summarised in a single succinct line: a door-to-door saleswoman ends up in the house of a cannibal-rapist-necrophile and must figure out a means of escaping. This review is the opinions of Kirstie, the human. This is pretty much an extreme fest that even goes further than what I feel comfortable with, so maybe that is a warning for all those who dont have strong stomachs. Exclusively against women apart from a scene at the end when a group of gay men are beheaded. Heck, this was as disturbing as it gets. Access a growing selection of included Audible Originals, audiobooks and podcasts. var sourcesToHideBuyFeatures = ["ebfg_gr", "ebfg_fb", "ebfg_fbm", "ebfg_tw", Read something decent. He's been writing horror since the 6th grade and has now released over 20 books. Slob by Aron Beauregard Yes its extreme, but it's also well written and had me reading well into the late hours of the night to finish it, even though I had to be up early for work in the morning. } q("f", arguments) 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. , ASIN var ue_sn = "www.goodreads.com"; Thanks for reading! var googletag = googletag || {}; The Slob By: Aron Beauregard Narrated by: Lila Kerry Length: 3 hrs and 27 mins 4.1 (202 ratings) Try for $0.00 1 title per month from Audible's entire catalog of best sellers, and new releases. try { Vera employs the same tone of voice to describe the horrors within his home: Figuring out what was connected to what was hardly as simple as the childrens song so many of us knew by heart. And then it wasn't.Wasn't really horror or thrilling. 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. 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. I feel like I've been chugging the liquid at the bottom of a city garbage truck on a summer day. https://www.amazon.com/Slob-Aron-Beauregard-ebook/dp/B08NT3DXSC/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=slob+by+aaron&qid=1624494013&s=books&sr=1-1, Horror Bookworm Spotlights JohnBaltisberger, American Cannibal edited by RebeccaRowland, Zombie Cheerleaders On LSD by PeterCaffrey, Tales To Make You Vomit: Savage Headhunters by J. ManfredWeichsel, Ooze: Little Bursts Of Body Horror edited by Ruth AnnaEvans, The Insatiable Hunger Of Trees by SamanthaEaton, We All Fall Before The Harvest by C.M. Well, I guess I am fascinated by and enjoy the imagination put into creating such monstrosities and seeing just how far someone can go--like what putrid and horrifying scenarios havent been done yet or what scenarios or storylines havent gone far enough. I am usually disgusted by the stomach turning intricate details and analogies, and I feel like I immediately need a shower after finishing a chapter. The Slob is a despicable character, dripping gore from head to foot. After I finished "Tender is the Flesh", I had a deep urge to read more horror, but something more foul as the book wasn't what it was hyped to be. This story firmly crosses boundaries and discards taboos.I need mind bleach.Or maybe a Bissell for my brain. I absolutely adored the illustrations throughout the book they were morbidly beautiful.. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. //]]> Raised in a household so filthy it was stomach-spilling, Vera involuntarily evolved into a neat freak. stylesheet.type = "text/css"; I was immediately sucked into the world this author created. If you're a fan of splatter plunk and extreme horror, this is a MUST READ! I guess weve all got our things, but I know which Id rather be . function q(c, r) { His writing is dark and without boundaries and, as a result, he's won the Splatterpunk Award once after garnering 3 total nominations. var url; Wow wee! Go look at internet cats instead. Yes! There is also a part when a woman with no lips can speak clear is a bell and she has had some horrific injuries but is just totally chill with it and it doesn't even remotely bother her or is in like no apparent pain and neither is the main protagonist at that point either. is a genius. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Born View more posts. 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. I could not put this book aside. // page settings Everything else in the book is simply filler from one torture scene to the next. 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. SOME STAINS DONT COME OUT Raised in a household so filthy it was stomach-spilling, Vera involuntarily evolved into a neat freak. If you like your horror on the extreme side, then this book will punch you in the gutt and leave you winded for hours. var ue_sid = "858-7666235-7728273"; pretty good story line if this is your type of thing. The chapters leading up to this point are put to good use, however. "https://":"http://";i+=f?g:k;i+=j;i+=h;c(i)}if(!e.ue_inline){if(a.loadUEFull){a.loadUEFull()}else{b()}}a.uels=c;e.ue=a})(window,document); "ebfg_email", "ebfg_sms"]; To quote the book, No one knows how the seemingly minor choices they make will come to affect them. When Vera becomes a salesman herself, she has no idea of the danger shes put herself into. He emits a Manson-esque charm through the pathetic platform, peddling his works of smut and violence to any goon willing to listen. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. The Slob by Aron Beauregard | Goodreads function getCookieWithoutJQuery(name) { Youre still thinking of buying it right now? } catch (err) { The stuff this guy comes up with is just amazing and terrible and I'm begging some of you guys to read them so we can discuss! I was pulled into the realism at first and then let go by the Forced Reach to be over Obscene. (function () { You are very welcome. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. (LogOut/ Do you want your horror leaking bodily fluids all over the page yet also written with intelligence and a character you care about? Veras newfound cleanliness obsession leads her to take up a job as a door-to-door vacuum cleaner salesperson, which proves very profitable until she arrives at the house of The Slob. : Forest. Vera grew up in a filthy household. This is not a book very it's sounds good to say I highly enjoyed it but it's definitely a five star read. Change). }; [CDATA[ It is easy to see why Aron Beauregard is rising in popularity as an Extreme Horror author. stylesheet.rel = "stylesheet"; a pretty fun and crazy read overall. Cancel anytime. You know, people go to psychiatrists for far less extreme reasons. } At first we experience her own destruction, and then he moves onto her roommate who is similarly subjected. All of these experiences led to a raft of psychological issues as an adult, but none grave enough to prevent Vera from finding love. U want the nasty details? I low key love it though.
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The Slob by Aron Beauregard (2021 Splatterpunk Awards) He's been writing horror since the 6th grade and has now released over 20 books. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. 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. }); Nothing is particularly well written. The physical horror the protagonist goes through is beyond description in this review. googletag.enableServices(); Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Extreme fiction is one of those areas a lot of people write in these days but so few do it well. It's when the book hits its 45-50% marker that things get nasty.I, as well as a lot of you in here, I'm sure, don't really wince at horror anymore. Are you a fan of the sick, twisted, or demented? He goes out of his way to let you know he appreciates you supporting him and that goes a long way for me! //. var useSSL = "https:" == document.location.protocol; Paperback. Barbaric and filthy disgusting. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Son of The Slob. What I can say is, it is a very quick read and it doesnt take long before you get to the goods. You cant change what cloth youve been cut from but you can try to at least wash it., The nastiness that was my childhood was something I would always be trying to clean up., Coming back wasnt what I needed to worry about, it was coming out., Evil had materialized and sought me out., I was being violated with someone elses remains. then the last chapter happened. this was absolutely cuckooooooo. By confirming your purchase, you agree to Audible's, Get started by signing in with your Amazon account. googletag.pubads().disableInitialLoad();
The Slob by Aron Beauregard - Audiobook - Audible.com Aron Beauregard, The Slob and Yellow Wow everyone, I just finished these two books by Aron Beauregard and let me tell you, if you want to be disturbed And utterly disgusted, these two are Amazing quick reads.
The story also has a smooth and skillful flow, especially . The steps of an evil that resurrects the ghastly memories she so desperately tried to wash away. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. I am in..I'm 100% firmly in the Aron Beauregard fan club.. I was a little worried as often when books are over-hyped, those are the ones I tend to not enjoy. After pursuing careers (which ultimately failed) in music, filmmaking, 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. Thanks. var ue_furl = "fls-na.amazon.com"; Everything else is an afterthought, with so little effort put into the surrounding plot, language or story elements that it reads like two different authors. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); L is for Lycans (featuring my short story Harzie Pulls the Trigger), I is for Internet (featuring my short story Hackergirl), The Bumper Book of British Bizarro (featuring my short story House of Joy). Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 April 2022, (WARNING: This review contains MAJOR spoilers. } I finished a few shorter stories that Ive been working on and had another arm-wrestling practice. Get help and learn more about the design. if (a[a9]) return; I legitimately threw up in my mouth reading it and didnt even bother to finish after the gay men made their appearance. Try again. This is probably the most disturbing novella Ive read in a long time. init: function() { Highly recommended for those who like this sub-genre of horror and those who have a strong stomach. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. In an effort to generate some income for her and her disabled husband Daniel just prior to the birth of their first child, she takes aim at the booming door to door sales business of the late 80s. but as the story progressed I found myself rooting for her and her survival. Both women have their own dedicated rape scenes, and objectification is taken to the extreme with one womans oral lips being sewn to her lady lips. The amount of effort and time that is spent during these scenes describing everything in intimate detail from The Slobs genitals to the womans injuries shows an obsessive approach to this violence. Deeply disturbing and a truly horrific read.would I recommend it? Her plans do not always go as intended, thereby adding still more twists to a plot which, on paper, sounds so simple. After tooling around for decades, hes finally started publishing his work (to the applause of a handful of deranged perverts). It wont end well. disgusting, gory and definitely gross. (LogOut/ googletag.pubads().enableAsyncRendering(); The reviews on his listing read like snuff site comments:Heck, this is as disturbing as it gets; At times I was shocked at what I was reading and didnt think anyone would ever go this far in a book; Degradation, humiliation, endless violence and revulsion on a grand scale, all the way to the bitter sweet ending.That said, I imagine that there are some extreme horror novels that are well written and this is anything but. The Slob is the 4th book of Arons I have read and it definitely maintains the gore drenched hellscape that you have come to love and expect from him. url = "https://s.gr-assets.com/assets/mobile/phone_hd_images-2b89833762f600506d44865a33582d11.css"; Upon discovering she and her disabled husband, Daniel, are expecting, she needs fast cash. The first-person perspective is brilliantly conversational, the character entertaining, relatable, and evocative. Like his new book Son of the Slob will be coming out at the end of this month! I follow a lot of horror reviewers and this author's books keep popping up. })(); Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations. I read it as fast as I could to reach the conclusion, rooting for the captured heroine. Im still hard at work on my next novel, but today I have another book review to share. "Events.Namespace": "csa",
Book Review: The Slob - eblunsford.com It was very gruesome at parts and definitely not for the faint of heart. I really wish I didn't waste a credit on this book. Regardless of what he did in his life, horror always followed him. This isnt like Chuck Palahniuks smartly written and graphic Guts a short story that caused people to faint from the horror at book readings. Tender is the Flesh: TikTok Made Me Buy It! _Q: [] A feast for the depraved! Aron Beauregard is the real deal when it comes to extreme horror. It was about a teenager who couldn't score the. Its not an experiment of the form, its not to achieve a single reaction (revulsion), its not clever. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Learn more. Regardless of what he did in his life, horror always followed him. The gore in American Psycho is worse. Just when I thought it couldnt get worse, the author somehow managed to throw in homophobia and racism in the final 10 pages! No. It is not full-on bizarro, but one can see the elements of that subgenre in this story. Raised in a household so filthy it was stomach-spilling, Vera involuntarily evolved into a neat freak. Pretty sure I would get banned if I started explaining everything in detail that happens , Can someone please tell me where I can read it for free I cant find it anywhere , Save $4 and get it from Amazon or Google books. Since most of what was happening was absurd and some situations were nearly comical because they could never occur, this wasn't even remotely frightening. window.Mobvious = {}; page: {requestId: "P9ZWWV3JHMTSXH679245", meaningful: "interactive"} trigger warning rape, canabalism, extreme violence, blood, gore. 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. 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. It is clear that the author writes only for the personal pleasure of extreme, revolting horror. Thanks! Definitely worth five stars. With seemingly thousands of people looking for the most extreme in extreme horror, he is a people pleaser. Very well said! Discover Book Depository's huge selection of Aron Beauregard books online.
: When she meets him, we are given a graphic physical description: he has teeth that reminded me of a bumblebee because they were mostly yellow and black; his stomach protrudes beneath his belt in both directions, taking both the over and under like a bet that didnt make sense; his shirt bears armpit stains that stretched so far out that it felt like there was a possibility that they might get to meet someday; and the hairs on his head are clinging together by a self-generated hair gel that used his own ingredients as a secret formula. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. You will love yellow, more indepth and a little bit of a longer read. Aron Beauregard was born and raised in Central Falls, Rhode Island. He seems to really enjoy that part. The author nailed it! It is so good and if you want to be disturbed while secretly loving it, check it out. Classic extreme horror. For those you who enjoy this genre, you will like it. But perhaps seeing a psychiatrist is also a good idea. The Slob has a premise that can be summarised in a single succinct line: a door-to-door saleswoman ends up in the house of a cannibal-rapist-necrophile and must figure out a means of escaping. The plot and all its grimy appendages braid together like clockwork. Anything that is plausible is a huge plus in my eyes, as I feel the fear is more validated versus the dread of being stalked by a vampire or some shit like that. 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. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. 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There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. I wish I had come across this review before reading. Ha ha yeah I guess so Jon. "Application": "GoodreadsMonolith", An avid supporter of horror art and illustration, Aron has made it his standard to hire illustrators for every book that he puts out himself under his brand AB Horror. SOME STAINS DON'T COME OUT Raised in a household that was so filthy it was stomach spilling, Vera has become a neat-freak. var source = getCookieWithoutJQuery("source"); Which was your favorite of the two? I read The Slob and Tender is the Flesh because of the same tiktok guy. I will never get those images out of my head. if (isRetina) { I know that this is a story and gore for the sake of gore but it was just so god damm unrealistic that at many point I almost gave up because it was just to stupid. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 25 March 2021. I expected something terrible to happen to her pregnancy but DAMN. I feel nothing for it. Press J to jump to the feed.
A convenience shop owner and his wife go through a terrible event which leads to the most gruesome knargly revenge story ever. I skim over his writing style because theres so much else to focus on, but oh god. But I see now why people said its the most disgusting book theyve ever read. 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. : 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. Need to get to the next one soon enough. Dont. The Slob is the most disgusting thing I've ever read. A typecast not to be ignored, when clearly the author seeks to obliterate any 'feminine' qualities. A.src = t; I had been recommended this book on TikTok and as an avid horror reader felt I owed it a check out. The Slob by Aron Beauregard (2021 Splatterpunk Awards) The Slob has a premise that can be summarised in a single succinct line: a door-to-door saleswoman ends up in the house of a cannibal-rapist-necrophile and must figure out a means of escaping. This review is the opinions of Kirstie, the human. This is pretty much an extreme fest that even goes further than what I feel comfortable with, so maybe that is a warning for all those who dont have strong stomachs. Exclusively against women apart from a scene at the end when a group of gay men are beheaded. Heck, this was as disturbing as it gets. Access a growing selection of included Audible Originals, audiobooks and podcasts. var sourcesToHideBuyFeatures = ["ebfg_gr", "ebfg_fb", "ebfg_fbm", "ebfg_tw", Read something decent. He's been writing horror since the 6th grade and has now released over 20 books.
Slob by Aron Beauregard Yes its extreme, but it's also well written and had me reading well into the late hours of the night to finish it, even though I had to be up early for work in the morning. } q("f", arguments) 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. , ASIN var ue_sn = "www.goodreads.com"; Thanks for reading! var googletag = googletag || {}; The Slob By: Aron Beauregard Narrated by: Lila Kerry Length: 3 hrs and 27 mins 4.1 (202 ratings) Try for $0.00 1 title per month from Audible's entire catalog of best sellers, and new releases. try { Vera employs the same tone of voice to describe the horrors within his home: Figuring out what was connected to what was hardly as simple as the childrens song so many of us knew by heart. And then it wasn't.Wasn't really horror or thrilling. 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. 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. I feel like I've been chugging the liquid at the bottom of a city garbage truck on a summer day.
https://www.amazon.com/Slob-Aron-Beauregard-ebook/dp/B08NT3DXSC/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=slob+by+aaron&qid=1624494013&s=books&sr=1-1, Horror Bookworm Spotlights JohnBaltisberger, American Cannibal edited by RebeccaRowland, Zombie Cheerleaders On LSD by PeterCaffrey, Tales To Make You Vomit: Savage Headhunters by J. ManfredWeichsel, Ooze: Little Bursts Of Body Horror edited by Ruth AnnaEvans, The Insatiable Hunger Of Trees by SamanthaEaton, We All Fall Before The Harvest by C.M. Well, I guess I am fascinated by and enjoy the imagination put into creating such monstrosities and seeing just how far someone can go--like what putrid and horrifying scenarios havent been done yet or what scenarios or storylines havent gone far enough. I am usually disgusted by the stomach turning intricate details and analogies, and I feel like I immediately need a shower after finishing a chapter. The Slob is a despicable character, dripping gore from head to foot. After I finished "Tender is the Flesh", I had a deep urge to read more horror, but something more foul as the book wasn't what it was hyped to be. This story firmly crosses boundaries and discards taboos.I need mind bleach.Or maybe a Bissell for my brain. I absolutely adored the illustrations throughout the book they were morbidly beautiful.. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. //]]> Raised in a household so filthy it was stomach-spilling, Vera involuntarily evolved into a neat freak. stylesheet.type = "text/css"; I was immediately sucked into the world this author created. If you're a fan of splatter plunk and extreme horror, this is a MUST READ! I guess weve all got our things, but I know which Id rather be . function q(c, r) { His writing is dark and without boundaries and, as a result, he's won the Splatterpunk Award once after garnering 3 total nominations. var url; Wow wee! Go look at internet cats instead. Yes! There is also a part when a woman with no lips can speak clear is a bell and she has had some horrific injuries but is just totally chill with it and it doesn't even remotely bother her or is in like no apparent pain and neither is the main protagonist at that point either. is a genius. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Born View more posts. 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. I could not put this book aside. // page settings Everything else in the book is simply filler from one torture scene to the next. 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. SOME STAINS DONT COME OUT Raised in a household so filthy it was stomach-spilling, Vera involuntarily evolved into a neat freak. If you like your horror on the extreme side, then this book will punch you in the gutt and leave you winded for hours. var ue_sid = "858-7666235-7728273"; pretty good story line if this is your type of thing. The chapters leading up to this point are put to good use, however. "https://":"http://";i+=f?g:k;i+=j;i+=h;c(i)}if(!e.ue_inline){if(a.loadUEFull){a.loadUEFull()}else{b()}}a.uels=c;e.ue=a})(window,document); "ebfg_email", "ebfg_sms"]; To quote the book, No one knows how the seemingly minor choices they make will come to affect them. When Vera becomes a salesman herself, she has no idea of the danger shes put herself into. He emits a Manson-esque charm through the pathetic platform, peddling his works of smut and violence to any goon willing to listen. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account.
The Slob by Aron Beauregard | Goodreads function getCookieWithoutJQuery(name) { Youre still thinking of buying it right now? } catch (err) { The stuff this guy comes up with is just amazing and terrible and I'm begging some of you guys to read them so we can discuss! I was pulled into the realism at first and then let go by the Forced Reach to be over Obscene. (function () { You are very welcome. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. (LogOut/ Do you want your horror leaking bodily fluids all over the page yet also written with intelligence and a character you care about? Veras newfound cleanliness obsession leads her to take up a job as a door-to-door vacuum cleaner salesperson, which proves very profitable until she arrives at the house of The Slob. : Forest. Vera grew up in a filthy household. This is not a book very it's sounds good to say I highly enjoyed it but it's definitely a five star read. Change). }; [CDATA[ It is easy to see why Aron Beauregard is rising in popularity as an Extreme Horror author. stylesheet.rel = "stylesheet"; a pretty fun and crazy read overall. Cancel anytime. You know, people go to psychiatrists for far less extreme reasons. } At first we experience her own destruction, and then he moves onto her roommate who is similarly subjected. All of these experiences led to a raft of psychological issues as an adult, but none grave enough to prevent Vera from finding love. U want the nasty details? I low key love it though. %20
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