Meat
Written by Joseph D'Lacey
Narrated by Chris Coxon
4/5
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About this audiobook
In Abyrne, a strange town surrounded by a wasteland, the eating of meat is a sacred obligation. The town's strict laws are brutally enforced by a ruthless Baron and a merciless Bishop. Adored by the townsfolk is Richard Shanti, Abyrne's famous bolt-gunner – the most efficient slaughterhouse worker in living memory. In private, however, Shanti is a gentle man; a husband, and father to twin girls. The growing guilt about his murderous job weighs him down. Beguiled by a rebellious heretic, Shanti uncovers the harrowing truth behind Abyrne's history. When the town's corporate and religious factions come into conflict, he must choose a side. By fighting for what he knows is right, Shanti will risk everything and everyone he loves. Meanwhile, the townsfolk are hungry. The townsfolk must be fed…
“Joseph D'Lacey rocks!” – STEPHEN KING
“Without reservation, MEAT is one of the most literate, astonishing, and intriguing books I've read in years.” - DAVID NIALL WILSON
Joseph D'Lacey
Joseph D’Lacey is best known for his shocking eco-horror novel Meat. The book has been widely translated and prompted Stephen King to say “Joseph D’Lacey rocks!” His other published works to-date include Garbage Man, Snake Eyes and The Kill Crew. He was named the winner of the British Fantasy Award for Best Newcomer in 2009. When not realising his fantasies on paper, he dabbles with Yoga and continues a quest for the ultimate vegetarian burger recipe. He lives in Northamptonshire with his wife and daughter.
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- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Definitely written by a man. Poor, over-sexualised descriptions of women and children.
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- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5For what started out as what I thought was going to be a 5 star and VERY disturbing and creepy written story....took that left turn down the street called Stupidity and became very predictable and boring. I really did NOT care about these characters at all once the creep and disgust left the pages. Would not and cannot recommend this waste of time. Sorry.
2.5 Blah, blah blahs - Rating: 1 out of 5 stars1/5Not for me. Didn't like the characters, the writing style, the story. The narrator however was great.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Big vegan and religious undertones but an amazing read. I would probably never forget this book.