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The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires
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Terrie Robinson (short break)'s review
bookshelves: audiobook, fiction, library, horror, thriller, read-in-2021
May 14, 2021
bookshelves: audiobook, fiction, library, horror, thriller, read-in-2021
"The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires" by Grady Hendrix is a creative mix of Horror and Southern Fiction!
Well, yes, please and thank you! I love Horror, Y'all! Give it to me! And, then give me some more!
Patricia Campbell is an ex-nurse who is now married to a doctor, who is never home and when he is, he ignores and stifles her. Her two kids are ungrateful complainers. She is mostly lonely and bored. Yep, she's living the dream!
Patricia does love her book club friends though. They read exciting True-Crime and Suspense Fiction books every month. Great conversations happen during their meetings, especially when the wine starts to flow!
The current discussion is about Patricia's newest neighbor, James Harris. He's handsome, charismatic and a bit mysterious. Patricia thinks he might be too mysterious. Something just doesn't ring true with James. Wasn't Ted Bundy handsome, charismatic and mysterious?
Patricia's next door neighbor dies. A friend disappears. Local school children start to go missing. All of this begins when James comes to town. Is there a connection? Patricia seems to think so!
Then Patricia sees things she can't un-see! Is it too late to do anything about it? Who would believe her? Is she no longer safe? And, what about her family?
Set in the 1990's in a small community in the South, where the pace is slow and the 1990's are reminiscent of the 1950's. Were families really like this in the 90's? Oh, wait! This is fiction and horror, right? Never mind!
There are so many things I loved about this story! I loved the characters! All of them! Yes, even James! The author's writing style was superb and that includes the ugly, gruesome and bloody stuff. With his descriptive writing, I had no trouble visualizing every single delightful gory detail!
I listened to the audiobook narrated by Bahni Turpin, who also narrated 'The House Girl'. Once again, Bahni uses her spectacular voicing skills for all the characters. It's done in a very entertaining and convincing way! I love her voice!
Lastly, there are glaring stereotypes in this story. Cultural overtones of the South with racially separated communities. Sexist households where the husband is the breadwinner and the wife is subservient.
With that said, it feels a bit satirical. Who drains Patricia more? Handsome, charismatic, mysterious neighbor James? Or her nightmare of a husband, Carter? The parallels are staggering! The author's creativity delivers that correlation and more so beautifully here for the reader!
4.5 stars increased to 5 beautiful gory horror stars! I highly recommend to all who love Horror!
Well, yes, please and thank you! I love Horror, Y'all! Give it to me! And, then give me some more!
Patricia Campbell is an ex-nurse who is now married to a doctor, who is never home and when he is, he ignores and stifles her. Her two kids are ungrateful complainers. She is mostly lonely and bored. Yep, she's living the dream!
Patricia does love her book club friends though. They read exciting True-Crime and Suspense Fiction books every month. Great conversations happen during their meetings, especially when the wine starts to flow!
The current discussion is about Patricia's newest neighbor, James Harris. He's handsome, charismatic and a bit mysterious. Patricia thinks he might be too mysterious. Something just doesn't ring true with James. Wasn't Ted Bundy handsome, charismatic and mysterious?
Patricia's next door neighbor dies. A friend disappears. Local school children start to go missing. All of this begins when James comes to town. Is there a connection? Patricia seems to think so!
Then Patricia sees things she can't un-see! Is it too late to do anything about it? Who would believe her? Is she no longer safe? And, what about her family?
Set in the 1990's in a small community in the South, where the pace is slow and the 1990's are reminiscent of the 1950's. Were families really like this in the 90's? Oh, wait! This is fiction and horror, right? Never mind!
There are so many things I loved about this story! I loved the characters! All of them! Yes, even James! The author's writing style was superb and that includes the ugly, gruesome and bloody stuff. With his descriptive writing, I had no trouble visualizing every single delightful gory detail!
I listened to the audiobook narrated by Bahni Turpin, who also narrated 'The House Girl'. Once again, Bahni uses her spectacular voicing skills for all the characters. It's done in a very entertaining and convincing way! I love her voice!
Lastly, there are glaring stereotypes in this story. Cultural overtones of the South with racially separated communities. Sexist households where the husband is the breadwinner and the wife is subservient.
With that said, it feels a bit satirical. Who drains Patricia more? Handsome, charismatic, mysterious neighbor James? Or her nightmare of a husband, Carter? The parallels are staggering! The author's creativity delivers that correlation and more so beautifully here for the reader!
4.5 stars increased to 5 beautiful gory horror stars! I highly recommend to all who love Horror!
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Reading Progress
May 3, 2021
– Shelved
May 3, 2021
– Shelved as:
to-read
May 6, 2021
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Started Reading
May 6, 2021
– Shelved as:
audiobook
May 6, 2021
– Shelved as:
fiction
May 6, 2021
– Shelved as:
library
May 6, 2021
– Shelved as:
horror
May 6, 2021
– Shelved as:
thriller
May 6, 2021
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33.0%
"Seems like a fun one so far...
The narrator is doing a terrific job of voicing...
And, the Horror aspect is beginning to surface!"
The narrator is doing a terrific job of voicing...
And, the Horror aspect is beginning to surface!"
May 9, 2021
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65.0%
"So Southern, Y'all...
With husbands that rule the roost...
And, wives that comply...
But, there is so much more to this story...
The more I listen, the more I want to listen..
It's just crazy, Y'all!"
With husbands that rule the roost...
And, wives that comply...
But, there is so much more to this story...
The more I listen, the more I want to listen..
It's just crazy, Y'all!"
May 11, 2021
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82.0%
"My! Oh! My!
These Southern Book Club girlfriends are really something...
Something else...
With approx. 2 1/2 hours to go...
I have no idea how this story is going to end!"
These Southern Book Club girlfriends are really something...
Something else...
With approx. 2 1/2 hours to go...
I have no idea how this story is going to end!"
May 13, 2021
–
100.0%
"Well, that was one crazy ride...
I discovered a couple of key things from this read:
-Southern ladies got it going on...
-Southern husbands need to get a clue...
-And, this story is about so much more than a book club!
Rating & review to come shortly!"
I discovered a couple of key things from this read:
-Southern ladies got it going on...
-Southern husbands need to get a clue...
-And, this story is about so much more than a book club!
Rating & review to come shortly!"
May 13, 2021
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Finished Reading
May 14, 2021
– Shelved as:
read-in-2021
Comments Showing 1-50 of 88 (88 new)
nice review, you liked it. I am a big fan of this author as well as Bahni Turpin, too
Thanks, Andrea! And, it was so true, right? Carter and his ‘Good ‘Ole Boy’s’ were a piece of work! 😬
Thanks, Sabine! I loved Grady’s notes and highlights on this book. This story centered on his hometown location in the South. And, Bahni is an amazing artist! 💖
Lisa, I hope you enjoy it. It is Horror and gory, but the satirical quality really captured me. This author is quite brilliant and I found his creativity amazing!❣️
I love how the author said he wanted to pit Dracula against his mom. I’m not one for horror but I really enjoyed this one,too! Fantastic review, Terrie!!
Fantabulous review, Terrie! I'm glad this was a hit for you. I have his newest book, but have been holding off on this one. You're tempting me.
Thanks so much, Michael! I loved this one for its brilliant satirical quality. I want his new book so much! I’m really hoping🤞🏻
Thanks, Nancy! I enjoyed it, too! A Mother versus Dracula? A Mama Bear defending her Cubs is a classic example of a satirical example of a mother protecting her children. I’d put my money on Mama Bear rather than Dracula, for sure!
Gosh, I absolutely have to make time for this one. I've put off reading it for so long, and I don't know why -- because I really want to read it. Terrific review, Terrie. :)
Glad you loved it, Terrie! I just got a copy of the audio and am even more excited about it now.
The audiobook is fabulous, Melissa! I really enjoyed the author’s beautiful writing and the satirical aspects of the story! And. The horror. That. Too.
Thank you, Stacey! The audiobook is the way to go with this one! I hope you enjoy it, too!
Sounds scary and saucy! 😊 excellent review and glad this was a winner.
Thanks, Kat! It was a big winner in so many ways!
Glad you enjoyed this, Terrie! On my list. Excellent review. 😉
Thanks, Mischenko! I loved it in so many ways! When you get to it, and I hope you do, my wish is you love it, too❣️
Awesome review Terrie! I read this as satire of some serious subjects. I loved these ladies!
Wonderful review! I loved this Audible as well! 💕
Terrie; I don't read horror but loved your review!
Thank you so much, Jan! So glad you saw the satirical aspects of this story, too! The book club ladies, were indeed, amazing! And, very loveable💖
Thank you, Jayme! The audiobook was simply amazing!
Thank you, Peggy! I didn’t read horror until this year when I didn’t realize what a wonderful entertaining genre it was.💕
Fab review Terrie ......... this sounds fun. Love horror novels and looking forward to this one :)
On my tbr for a while, better get to it. Did you say Bahni Turpin? 😍
I don't really read too much horror Terrie, but this one I loved too!!
This book was such a delightful surprise! Wonderful review, Terrie! I'm thrilled to see you had such fun with it. xo
I never would've pegged you as a horror girl, Terrie! I love that! Glad you had fun with this. Awesome review! :)
Love your review, Terrie! I'm currently listening to this story and enjoying it so far! Doormat of a wife? I don't think this story would work if she wasn't!
Steve wrote: "Super Review"Susan wrote: "Fantastic review Terrie!"
Thank you so much, Susan & Steve!
Richard wrote: "Fab review Terrie ......... this sounds fun. Love horror novels and looking forward to this one :)"Thanks, Richard! It was fun. I love horror, too...the one's I have discovered were definitely hidden jewels!
Kay wrote: "On my tbr for a while, better get to it. Did you say Bahni Turpin? 😍"Yes! Bahni has such a terrific voice! Love her narrations!
Holly wrote: "I don't really read too much horror Terrie, but this one I loved too!!"So glad you loved this one, too, Holly!
Regina wrote: "This book was such a delightful surprise! Wonderful review, Terrie! I'm thrilled to see you had such fun with it. xo"Thanks, Regina! Surprising and fun, yes!
Kat wrote: "I never would've pegged you as a horror girl, Terrie! I love that! Glad you had fun with this. Awesome review! :)"Thanks, Kat! Surprise! I find Suspense and Thrillers way more scary than Horror. Horror is entertaining! Suspense/Thrillers is Nightmare City!! IMHO, of course....
Debbie wrote: "Love your review, Terrie! I'm currently listening to this story and enjoying it so far! Doormat of a wife? I don't think this story would work if she wasn't!"Thanks, Debbie. I agree, she definitely needs to be that way and designed intentionally by the author. After you're finished listening to the audiobook, take time to read through the authors 'Notes & Highlights' for this one here on GR. It's very enlightening! So glad you're enjoying it!
Wow, amazing review!! I love all the stars 🤩 I really need to squeeze this in soon.
Great review Terrie! I think I will go for the audio of this after both you and Jayme have enjoyed it!
Wonderful review, Terrie...what a book to pick for my first vampire story 😂
Thanks, Farrah! It’s a entertaining read and well worth the time!
Thanks, Fran! I don’t think you will be disappointed with Bahni’s narration skills. She’s fabulous!❣️
Your review is brilliant! I really enjoyed this one too!
Thanks so much, Provin! So glad you loved it, too!
Wonderful review, Terrie! I do love a good vampire book!
Jasmine wrote: "Wonderful review, Terrie! I do love a good vampire book!"Thanks, Jasmine! Me, too! And, heck yeah! Bring on the vampires! Lol
Fab review, Terrie! I found this to be too gory for my taste, but I'm glad this was right up your alley, and you totally loved it! :)
Thanks, Yun! I understand horror is not for everyone just like serial killer stories aren’t for me. We all have triggers and reading preferences and why we are all thankful for so many different author’s, genre's and books!
So well put! I hated the husbands more than the monster, haha.