leerichmondauthor75's review
dark
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
This was a fun read. Larry is a comedy/horror love letter to the likes of Friday the 13th and Sleepaway Camp (but without the shock penis ending.) I'll definitely be checking out more from the author, as Larry was a blast.
mandapandemon's review
5.0
Campy pig sh*t
Absolutely enjoyed this read, it’s equal parts humor and slasher. Who can’t get behind an old as shit mass murderer wanting to relive his day of infamy? Oh! Did I mention his mask talks? Well it does and it’s all the sass and I told you so Larry needed.
There’s a lot of references to other iconic horror movies, books, etc that I found exquisite.
Absolutely enjoyed this read, it’s equal parts humor and slasher. Who can’t get behind an old as shit mass murderer wanting to relive his day of infamy? Oh! Did I mention his mask talks? Well it does and it’s all the sass and I told you so Larry needed.
There’s a lot of references to other iconic horror movies, books, etc that I found exquisite.
magpie_666's review
4.0
So much fun. Exactly what I needed in a gloomy 2021.
Loved the references and nods to the slasher film franchise staples.
Recommended to any horror fan with a dark sense of humour.
Oh yes, I also loved how the author is so British, using British references but the story is set in the US.
One question though. What film is the name Painter from? I got the others but I only know of the Candle Cover Painter.
Loved the references and nods to the slasher film franchise staples.
Recommended to any horror fan with a dark sense of humour.
Oh yes, I also loved how the author is so British, using British references but the story is set in the US.
One question though. What film is the name Painter from? I got the others but I only know of the Candle Cover Painter.
djohan's review against another edition
dark
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
catra121's review
5.0
4.5 stars...it wasnt perfect but it was pretty awesome. I really had a lot of fun reading this one. Not at all scary for me but the kills were good, writing was good, and I had many laugh out loud moments.
jessamichellexo's review
5.0
I absolutely loved this!! If you want pure blood & gore slasher read this is it!
vondav's review
5.0
OMG what can I say about this book, I have never laughed so much whilst reading a horror book.
Larry ‘Pigface’ Travers loves his pig mask and his axe, he is your typical slasher that wields his axe at Camp Diamond Creek. In the late 70s he was a name that teenagers feared after hacking over 100 teenagers to death. Jump forward 30 years and he is back to scratch his killer itch. You can just imagine an old man hobbling around the camp killing teenagers, coughing and wheezing talking to his pig mask which after 30 years as decided to talk to him. If you watch slasher films then you know the #1 rule, ‘The Final girl does not get killed’, but does Larry stick to this golden rule.
There are plenty of comedy scenes in this book and one of my favourites is the scene with the Hillbilly at the petrol station. The one liner at the end of this scene was hysterical.
Joking aside this book is really well written and I read it in one sitting as I wanted to see how Larry could pull off more killings. The death scenes were gory and the description of each death was written in a way which made you feel as you were watching a slasher film. The story although following the guidelines of the classic slasher films was original and I would love to know where he got the idea of a pig mask.
I am glad that Larry II is out as I want to know how Pigface can return, although I have my ideas. If you love horror or just want a laugh, then buy this book. WARNING read this book in the comfort of your own home as you may get funny looks from members of the public if you break out into fits of laughter whilst reading it
Larry ‘Pigface’ Travers loves his pig mask and his axe, he is your typical slasher that wields his axe at Camp Diamond Creek. In the late 70s he was a name that teenagers feared after hacking over 100 teenagers to death. Jump forward 30 years and he is back to scratch his killer itch. You can just imagine an old man hobbling around the camp killing teenagers, coughing and wheezing talking to his pig mask which after 30 years as decided to talk to him. If you watch slasher films then you know the #1 rule, ‘The Final girl does not get killed’, but does Larry stick to this golden rule.
There are plenty of comedy scenes in this book and one of my favourites is the scene with the Hillbilly at the petrol station. The one liner at the end of this scene was hysterical.
Joking aside this book is really well written and I read it in one sitting as I wanted to see how Larry could pull off more killings. The death scenes were gory and the description of each death was written in a way which made you feel as you were watching a slasher film. The story although following the guidelines of the classic slasher films was original and I would love to know where he got the idea of a pig mask.
I am glad that Larry II is out as I want to know how Pigface can return, although I have my ideas. If you love horror or just want a laugh, then buy this book. WARNING read this book in the comfort of your own home as you may get funny looks from members of the public if you break out into fits of laughter whilst reading it
mandapanda13's review
5.0
Campy pig sh*t
Absolutely enjoyed this read, it’s equal parts humor and slasher. Who can’t get behind an old as shit mass murderer wanting to relive his day of infamy? Oh! Did I mention his mask talks? Well it does and it’s all the sass and I told you so Larry needed.
There’s a lot of references to other iconic horror movies, books, etc that I found exquisite.
Absolutely enjoyed this read, it’s equal parts humor and slasher. Who can’t get behind an old as shit mass murderer wanting to relive his day of infamy? Oh! Did I mention his mask talks? Well it does and it’s all the sass and I told you so Larry needed.
There’s a lot of references to other iconic horror movies, books, etc that I found exquisite.
bryanhmoyer's review
5.0
B Horror Gold
Takes every exaggerated slasher trope, puts it through a Troma bad b horror filter, then exaggerates it even further. At the center is a decent slasher story as well.
Takes every exaggerated slasher trope, puts it through a Troma bad b horror filter, then exaggerates it even further. At the center is a decent slasher story as well.