Books matching: body horror
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Save:'The Troop' by Nick Cutter is a horror novel that follows a group of five 14-year-old Scouts and their Troop Master who are dropped off on an island for a weekend of hiking and survival skills. The story takes a terrifying turn when a starving man infected with worms arrives on the island, leading to a series of gruesome and horrifying events. The book is praised for its compelling storytelling, detailed descriptions of horror, and the use of interspersed news accounts and transcripts to enhance the narrative.
The plot of 'The Troop' is described as a mix of 'Lord of the Flies' and 'The Ruins', with a focus on the boys' struggle for survival in the face of unimaginable terror. The writing style is noted for its vivid and clinical imagery, complex metaphors, and the ability to evoke discomfort and fear in readers. The book delves into themes of plausible horror, unethical experimentation, and the dark side of human nature, creating a chilling and suspenseful atmosphere throughout the story.
The man was wet from the spray that kicked over the gunwale. The outline of his body was visible under his drenched clothes. He easily could have been mistaken for a scarecrow left carelessly unattend... - #2
Save:"The Cipher" by Kathe Koja is a horror novel that revolves around the discovery of a mysterious, pulsating hole in a storage room by Nicholas and his girlfriend Nakota. As they become obsessed with the hole, experimenting and exploring its depths, their lives and mental states deteriorate. The book delves into themes of nihilism, obsession, and the unknown, with a writing style that is described as visceral, bleak, and sometimes challenging to follow due to its stream of consciousness narrative.
Nakota, who saw it first: long spider legs drawn up beneath her ugly skirt, wise mouth pursed into nothing like a smile. Sitting in my dreary third-floor flat, on a dreary thrift shop chair, the windo... - #3
Save:'Last Days' by Brian B.K. Evenson is a dark and twisted tale following Kline, a detective who is forced to investigate a murder within an underground religious cult that glorifies amputation. The story delves into themes of extreme violence, body horror, and the exploration of religion taken to its most gruesome extremes. Evenson's writing style is described as intense, lean, and haunting, with a plot that unfolds in a chillingly realistic manner that keeps readers on edge.
The second time was worse than the first, both because he already knew how it would feel and because of how much thicker an elbow is than a wrist. Still, he managed it, left-handed, despite Borchert's... - #4
Save:Sister, Maiden, Monster by Lucy A. Snyder is a unique blend of horror, fantasy, cosmic elements, and apocalyptic themes. The story revolves around a new virus with harsh qualities that leads to an impending apocalypse, as experienced by three women who are transformed in different ways by the virus. The novel starts off strong, setting the tone for a scary horror story with creepy situations and disturbing events, but takes unexpected twists and turns that delve into cosmic horror, biblical folklore, and Lovecraftian mythos. The writing style is even and approachable, with foreshadowing and just enough explanation to keep readers curious and engaged.
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Save:'Infected' by Scott Sigler is a fast-paced and gruesome horror tale where parasites are turning ordinary Americans into crazed psychopaths. The story follows three main protagonists - a tired CIA agent, a female scientist, and a man who suddenly develops a rash. The plot revolves around a parasitical invasion of the human body, leading to terrifying consequences as the infected individuals struggle to fight back and understand the purpose of the parasites.
take the weird route to get on the air. “Did you now? That’s nice, sir.” “I have to get on with Captain Jinky. The world has to know.” Marsha nodded. It was 6:15 A.M., just about time for the loonies ... - #6
Save:'Uzumaki: Spiral into Horror, Vol. 1' by Junji Ito is a horror manga series that revolves around a small town called Kurozu cho, where people become obsessed with spirals. The story delves into the bizarre and grotesque phenomena that arise from this spiral obsession, leading to body horror and strange occurrences. The plot weaves together different short stories with distinct plot arcs that mostly get resolved at the end of each issue, creating a tapestry of horror within the city. Junji Ito's writing style is described as masterful, creating an atmosphere of terror and suspense throughout the narrative.
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Save:'Books of Blood: Volume One' by Clive Barker is a collection of short stories that delve into the realms of horror, darkness, and the bizarre. The stories are described as sexual, dark, decadent, and disturbing, with themes ranging from desert demons to killer apes to extraordinary powers. Barker's writing style is noted for its vivid descriptions of violence, its ability to evoke fear and horror, and its skill in crafting tales that get under the reader's skin. The book is praised for its creepy and horrific content, with each story offering a unique and unsettling experience for the reader.
The book features a mix of disturbing and graphic tales that explore themes of lust, power, love, and fear. Barker's storytelling is said to be both beautiful and horrifying, with an ability to create vivid and creepy imagery that stays with the reader long after the story is finished. The collection is noted for its wide range of horror pieces, from haunted houses to monsters to strange races, all presented in a succinct and satisfying manner that leaves a lasting impact on the reader.
They run, unerring lines of ghost-trains, of dream-carriages, across the wasteland behind our lives, bearing an endless traffic of departed souls. Their thrum and throb can be heard in the broken plac... - #8
Save:'Wilder Girls' by Rory Power is set in the Raxter School for Girls, placed under quarantine due to a mysterious disease called the Tox. The Tox affects the girls in various ways, from physical mutations to death, leaving them largely isolated. The protagonist, Hetty, embarks on a journey across the island to uncover a dark secret while navigating friendships, survival, and the horrors of the Tox. The writing style is described as engaging, with a forward-focused plot that keeps readers on edge, while the author successfully balances scene-setting with a dramatic finish that leaves readers hoping for a sequel.
That size, it must be a coyote, one of the big ones hitting shoulder high. Teeth that fit like knives in the palm of my hand. I know because I found one once, the end of it just poking through the fen... - #9
Save:'Geek Love' by Katherine Dunn is a dark and twisted tale about a family of circus performers who resort to extreme measures to create new acts for their show. The story follows the lives of the Binewski family, who engineer their own physical deformities through drug use during pregnancy to produce a collection of freakish offspring. The narrative delves into themes of family dynamics, sibling rivalry, identity, creation, and the blurred lines between beauty and monstrosity. The writing style is described as vivid, imaginative, and hypnotic, perfectly matching the baroque and bizarre events that unfold within the story.
“When your mama was the geek, my dreamlets,” Papa would say, “she made the nipping off of noggins such a crystal mystery that the hens themselves yearned toward her, waltzing around her, hypnotized wi... - #10
Save:'The Deep' by Nick Cutter follows the story of a group of researchers stationed eight miles beneath the ocean's surface, seeking a cure for a devastating disease known as The Gets. The narrative is filled with suspense, as the characters face not only the claustrophobia of their underwater environment but also evil forces and mysterious occurrences that challenge their sanity. The plot revolves around the search for a substance called Ambrosia, believed to be the miracle cure, but it raises questions about its true nature and potential consequences. The writing style is described as descriptive and engaging, with an exciting storyline that keeps readers hooked until the end.
At first Luke thought it was a wig or some weird toupee—but he was at the southern tip of Guam, a few miles from the Pacific, and the man was wearing tattered clothes and what looked like strips of ol...
