If you enjoy your horror with a strong, playful dose of over-the-top humor, "Benjamin's Parasite" is a wild, gut-churning ride. Jeff Strand expertly balances cringe-inducing, gory set-pieces with laugh-out-loud moments and witty dialogue, making the book uniquely entertaining. Readers who love absurd scenarios, unpredictable plot twists, and snarky main characters (think the mayhem of Strand’s Andrew Mayhem books or the irreverence of 'Wolf Hunt') will find themselves right at home here. It’s perfect for horror fans who don’t mind their chills coming with a side of belly laughs.

Who May Not Like This Book:

This book probably won’t hit the mark for readers who prefer subtlety, straightforward scares, or more serious horror. The humor is relentless and sometimes pushes into slapstick or gross-out territory, which might be off-putting if you’re not into that type of comedy. Some found the dialogue a bit forced or the story a little too over-the-top to fully enjoy. If abrupt endings or loose threads bother you, this book might leave you wanting more closure.

A hilarious, grotesque, and action-packed horror-comedy that’s as fun as it is stomach-turning. Worth a try if you like your scares served with plenty of snark and absurdity!

About:

Benjamin's Parasite is a horror comedy novel that follows high school teacher Benjamin Wilson as he discovers he has an intestinal parasite that looks like a squid monster. The story is filled with one crazy event after another, including a meat cleaver rampage, a bounty hunter kidnapping Benjamin, exploding cows, and hitmen. Author Jeff Strand masterfully combines horror and humor, creating a fast-paced and unpredictable narrative that keeps readers entertained and engaged until the diabolically demented conclusion.

Characters:

Characters are likable and exaggerated, with Benjamin as a relatable protagonist navigating a series of absurd and unfortunate events amid a cast of quirky supporting characters.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is characterized by a seamless blend of humor and horror, featuring sharp wit and vivid, often grotesque, descriptions that enhance the absurdity of the situations.

Plot/Storyline:

The narrative follows a high school teacher's bizarre transformation due to a bizarre parasite that sparks a wild, unpredictable journey filled with chaotic events and dark humor.

Setting:

The setting spans various locations, beginning in an everyday environment and transitioning to more chaotic and absurd situations, reflecting both contemporary and fantastical elements.

Pacing:

The pacing is rapid and engaging, marked by a continuous flow of action and humor that propels the story forward.

Why couldn't Mr. Wilson have asked for two pages instead of five hundred words? Then Brian could just manipulate the font or the line spacing and be done with it. He simply wasn't in the mood to write...

Notes:

The book tells the story of Benjamin, a high school teacher who ends up with a nasty intestinal parasite.

Benjamin's parasite looks like a squid monster, causing him discomfort and cravings for candy and sex.

The story begins with a meat cleaver rampage at a funeral, setting a chaotic tone.

Benjamin is kidnapped from the operating room by a bounty hunter named Julie before he can have surgery to remove the parasite.

The book combines humor and horror, with scenes that are funny yet cringe-worthy.

There are hitmen, rednecks, and a mutant cow involved in the unfolding chaos.

The story includes a high-speed chase and a skydiving sequence, adding to the absurdity.

Readers have praised the mix of comedy and gore, making it a fun and entertaining read.

The protagonist, Benjamin, faces an onslaught of misfortunes, similar to Strand's other characters.

Some scenes are particularly disturbing, like a bathroom incident that made readers cringe.

The story features ridiculous elements, including a crazed aquatic parasite and incompetent henchmen.

This book is recommended as a funny horror adventure that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include graphic violence and potentially distressing situations involving bodily harm and absurd horror.

From The Publisher:

At any given moment, the human body contains millions of parasites. This is the story of just one. A really, really nasty one.

Benjamin Wilson was having a lousy month even before the stomach pains began. He was about to turn forty. One of his students had been shot while on a homicidal meat cleaver rampage. And shortly after the funeral, Benjamin didn't feel so good...

Now everything is changing. His body is being affected in some very unpleasant ways. His personality is developing a few "quirks." But the biggest change is that he has a bunch of evil and/or psychotic people trying to hunt him down to acquire the parasite. His only hope is Julie, a gorgeous bounty hunter who may or may not have Benjamin's best interests in mind, and who may or may not be competent enough to help him anyway.

Jeff Strand, author of Dead Clown Barbecue, Wolf Hunt, and Blister, delivers his most outrageous adventure yet-an over-the-top mix of gruesome body horror and a wacky road trip comedy.

2009

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281 pages

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Benjamin's Parasite

Jeff Strand

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