April 11, 2020 April 11, 2020 Sarah O'Donnell Literary Arts. The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires series in the works at Amazon. More By and About This Author . by Quirk Books, The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires. What an insane, intense and gripping horror novel. A spirited New York Times bestseller! Having said that I am not a big fan of vampire stories (although I truly loved The Passage and that was a vampire book of sorts). I can't wait to see what he comes up with next, as it just seems that he keeps getting better with each release! Little by little, James will insinuate himself into Patricia’s life and try to take everything she took for granted—including the book club—but she won’t surrender without a fight in this blood-soaked tale of neighborly kindness gone wrong. By the end of this book I genuinely cared for every single one of the book club members and what happened to them. They enjoy the time between the women and it becomes their escape. I was also not that impressed with the book and ag. 6 Horror Reads That Will Haunt You Even More Than the Year 2020. by Sara Roncero-Menendez. It did not seem to be my regular type of reading material but the title intrigued me a lot and I listened to the Audio. And 100% not even comparable to current day because a main character is a vampire. The real problem? He does a wonderful job of putting the reader in Patricia’s perspective, building up empathy for everything she experiences from the moment she is introduced in the opening pages. What a magnificent surprise! It’s a fictional, narrative. Price: $15.29 (hardcover) Plot Summary: Patricia Campbell’s life has never felt smaller. Having said that I am not a big fan of vampire stories (although I truly loved The Passage and that was a vampire book of sorts). Fan-freaking-tastic!! Release Date: April 7, 2020. As of May 11th 2020 Hendrix has also started his own podcast called Super Scary Haunted Homeschool. At times this was a humorous book with cute little Southern idioms and then it to. An unassuming name, but what Grady does with the vampire mythos in the character is both 100% true to some of the collectively held (and adored) tropes, but spins them out logically with a modern sensibility. Goodreads Big Book of Spring Steel Magnolias meets Dracula in this '90s-set horror novel about a women's book club that must do battle with a mysterious newcomer to their small Southern town, perfect for murderinos and fans of Stephen King. I also really hated some of the male characters, one husband in particular. We follow Patricia a bored, middle-aged housewife who is attacked by a neighbour on the way home from a book club meeting. A thriller. That said – it is impossible NOT to compare a novel like this – small town life disrupted by a dark force, specifically a Vampire – to Stephen King’s masterpiece, ‘Salem’s Lot. Grady Hendrix. Patricia Campbell has a full life, but she wouldn't necessarily consider it fulfilling. Patricia Campbell’s life has never felt smaller. Set in the 90’s, we begin with a southern ladies book club, (surprise! Some of the elements are the same, in terms of how the community as a whole is affected and a unique protagonist (how many housewives/mothers of two are vampire hunters these days) that elicits support, but Hendrix has carved out his own story. Start by marking “The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires” as Want to Read: Error rating book. While I can understand that some readers may have issue with how much narrative time Grady Hendrix spends before getting to the action, for me, everything worked perfectly. ), that turns from reading fiction to true crime. Our first read: The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix. The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires is a horror novel by Grady Hendrix, who previously wrote My Best Friend’s Exorcism and Horrorstör. I borrowed my copy of The Southern Book Club’s Guide To Slaying Vampires, authored by Grady Hendrix, from my local library, for my book buying eyes are bigger than my book wallet at all times, so help my husband. April 7th 2020 We read books quarterly, and each quarter has a theme. The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires [Hendrix, Grady] on Amazon.com. The Southern Book Club’s Guide To Slaying Vampires audiobook by Grady Hendrix, narrated by Bahni Turpin. She’s terrified to show up at a book club meeting, having to take her turn to lead the discussion for the monthly book which she hasn’t read. The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires is very much her story, an alternate title could have been: Patricia Campbell: Vampire Hunting Housewife…or something like that. As of May 11th 2020 Hendrix has also started his own podcast called Super Scary Haunted Homeschool. 7 Comments “I wanted to pit Dracula against my mom. If this had happened at my house I would have burnt the thing down or me and my neighbors would at least be concerned about the sewer system. What a magnificent surprise! I'd also like to point out that the author included sexism, racism, and abuse in all forms but it was never a statement piece, the book never came out against it or punished those that perpetrated it so it was normalization. James is well traveled and well read, and he makes Patricia feel things she hasn’t felt in years. In the end, The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires is a book that deserves every bit of the hype that it is currently getting. November 24, 2020 November 23, 2020 “Let me tell you something….there’s nothing nice about Southern ladies.” Order on Amazon! Grady builds tension slowly, methodically, and brilliantly through the first third of the novel. As this strange summer of staying put winds down, one thing remains truer than ever: Books offer us endless adventure and new horizons to... To see what your friends thought of this book. While James Harris as the vampire is the most blatant monster, he only serves to show how bad man can be and how less overt ways of misogyny can be dangerous. I wish I could know this about every book I pick up.. so thanks for asking the question Lelouch. We follow Patricia a bored, middle-aged housewife who is attacked by a neighbour on the way home from a book club meeting. Patricia invites him into her house and helps him to establish his financial foundation in the town. The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires is a horror novel by Grady Hendrix, who previously wrote My Best Friend’s Exorcism and Horrorstör. OTHER BOOKS. I managed to get through the book and I have such a hard time not. It’s funny that I’m currently reading this book right after finishing Hood Feminism as well. Evil in a small town is one of my absolute favorite horror tropes and THE SOUTHERN BOOK CLUB'S GUIDE TO SLAYING VAMPIRES aces it! Make no mistake: This is a proper horror novel and not for the squeamish (if you have a particular aversion to vermin, consider yourself duly warned). A spirited New York Times bestseller! Get Full eBook File name "The_Southern_Book_Clubs_Guide_to_Slaying_-_Grady_Hendrix.pdf .epub" Format Complete Free. The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires Grady Hendrix, 2020 Quirk Books 408 pp. But when children on the other side of town go missing, their deaths written off by local police, Patricia has reason to believe James Harris is more of a Bundy than a Brad Pitt. James is a monster of a different kind—and Patricia has already invited him in. Here is a quick description and cover image of book The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires written by Grady Hendrix which was published in 2020-4-7. And that was why she had book club.”, “He thinks we’re what we look like on the outside: nice Southern ladies. A thriller. We follow Patricia a bored, middle-aged housewife who is attacked by a neighbour on the way home from a book club meeting. Soon enough, Patricia finds these women to be the friends she’d been missing in her life. It is powerfully effective and makes the consequences of ignorance underlying the majority of narrative so powerful, that foundation made the conclusion that much more potent and enjoyable. I was very excited to hear that the rights have been acquired by Amazon for a film adaptation. My Best Friend's Exorcism and Horrorstör, have been optioned for film adaptations, while The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires is slated for a television adaptation. But after suave newcomer James joins their club and children start disappearing, Southern life turns deadly… (2011 – 2020) – It’s a Wrap! Evil in a small town is one of my absolute favorite horror tropes and THE SOUTHERN BOOK CLUB’S GUIDE TO SLAYING VAMPIRES aces it! It did not seem to be my regular type of reading material but the title intrigued me a lot and I listened to the Audio. In fact, out of all the many horror/true crime books mentioned in this novel, I think the only one I read was In Cold Blood (which I enjoyed!). I knew the premise of this book going in. The narrator was exceptional and I loved her different voices for the characters and how she delivered the story. 0. By the time this book was finished that costume was a rancid, disgusting mess and he had to have it pulled from his body by hooks and burned because it was a biohazard. The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires is a horror novel by Grady Hendrix, who previously wrote My Best Friend’s Exorcism and Horrorstör. For this summer, we read a book about vampires: “The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires” by Grady Hendrix, in fact. THE SOUTHERN BOOK CLUB’S GUIDE to SLAYING VAMPIRES by Grady Hendrix Rob B October 20, 2020 0 Comment Southern housewives fighting evil…one could argue they fight the good fight every day in the form of their children and husbands, but Grady Hendrix places a vampire in a small southern town as the dark, disruptive force. Patricia Campbell's life has never felt smaller. This author is g. I struggled with the rating of this book between three and four stars (so 3.5). Patricia Campbell’s life has never felt smaller. In my opinion, this is the book that will elevate Hendrix among some of the best in the horror business, I know he's become one of my favorite writers now. But its incisive social commentary and meaningful character development make The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires not just a palatable read for non-horror fans, but a winning one. My Best Friend's Exorcism and Horrorstör, have been optioned for film adaptations, while The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires is slated for a television adaptation. Hendrix does a really nice job of giving each of these women (Kitty, Slick, Maryellen, Grace) a unique voice and identity. The characters are unique and the repartee real and enjoyable. Hands down. I really think that Grady Hendrix has written his best book yet, and he did it all while dressed as a penguin. 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It was such a fun rollercoaster ride and I appreciated the way Hendrix used his storytelling to address themes of racism, socioeconomic disparity, sexism and elitism. They each provide support of a different kind to Patricia, though some at higher levels than others. Hendrix's new novel, The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires, stars a group of determined women who band together to take on a suave supernatural threat in their community. Published by Quirk Books | April 2020 Hardcover | 403 Pages http://www.gradyhendrix.com/ Review copy purchased, Share this post: on Twitter on Facebook on Google+. Does this kind of thing happen in the South? This was so much more than just a story about a vampire and a book club of southern ladies, this book was about families, money, loss, everyday life struggles, and mostly friendships. Grab your copy HERE!. A women's book club in the deep south tries to protect its suburban community from a mysterious stranger with supernatural abilities. Love your writing! When I can manage it, I share reviews of the books we read. The men also have their, not to be discussed, extracurricular activities while the women are bored out of their gourds, almost wishing for a murder or kidnapping or something interesting to happen. I was mesmerized! Fried Green Tomatoes and Steel Magnolias meet Dracula in this Southern-flavored supernatural thriller set in the '90s about a women's book club that must protect … Do you want to contribute and join the SFFWorld Team? Genres: "Adult, Adult Fiction, American, Fantasy, Fiction, Horror, Paranormal, Southern, Thriller, Urban … ISBN-13: 9781683691433 Summary Steel Magnolias meets Dracula in this '90s-set horror novel about a women's book club that must do battle with a mysterious newcomer to their small Southern town, perfect for murderinos and fans of Stephen King. For those who enjoy a good vampire story with a dose of Southern humor, the book is a good introduction to Hendrix’s style. And 100% not even comparable to current day because a main character is a vampire. Her husband is a workaholic, her teenage kids have their own lives, her senile mother-in-law needs constant care, and she’s always a step behind on her endless to-do list. Click and Collect from your local Waterstones or get FREE UK delivery on orders over £25. Let me lead by saying I’ve never read a vampire novel before. Brief Summary of Book: The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix. Why does every single thing need to be a discussion about race or equality or gender roles. We follow Patricia a bored, middle-aged housewife who is attacked by a neighbour on the way home from a book club meeting. 4.1 • 206 Ratings; $13.99; $13.99; Publisher Description. I read My Best Friend's Exorcism last year, as I am new to the Grady Hendrix game, and loved it, although I thought it was more of a young adult read. The story was light and engaging. However, other members of the club approach her and bring her into their fold for another club with books that Patricia actually enjoys reading. I am on the fence on how I feel. The story was light and engaging. We follow Patricia a bored, middle-aged housewife who is attacked by a neighbour on the way home from a book club meeting. But Patricia finds solace in not just the more interesting books of her new book club, but the friendships she cultivates, many of whom are housewives to affluent, successful husbands. Pleasant, South Carolina he brings Patricia Campbell’s book club under his spell, thrusting Patricia – who gave up her successful career as a nurse to raise her two children so her husband could have his burgeoning career as a doctor – at the center of events. She falls under his spell, initially – he gives her attention she hadn’t experienced in years. ), spiders, blood sucking, like I never imagined it, horribleness. but there is no reason to rip apart the author and treat the book it if it were to be more than just that- a story. Does anyone else wonder why the rat scene did not cause more of a stir amongst the characters, especially Patty's husband? Our Reading Guide for The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix includes Book Club Discussion Questions, Book Reviews, Plot Summary-Sy We’d love your help. Horror is a genre that can often be used to illuminate some of the less pleasant things in society, like racism and misogyny. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix available in Hardcover on Powells.com, also read synopsis and reviews. ), that turns from reading fiction to true crime. It was released on the 7th of July 2020 by Quirk Books. Grady Hendrix’s new book, The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires, has gotten a TON of buzz on Bookstagram.Does it live up to the hype? Hendrix’s latest novel, The Southern Book Club’s Guide To Slaying Vampires, attempts a similar transformation for its protagonist, but to less successful ends. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. It was released on the 7th of July 2020 by Quirk Books. We follow Patricia a bored, middle-aged housewife who is attacked by a neighbour on the way home from a book club meeting. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. I read My Best Friend's Exorcism last year, as I am new to the Grady Hendrix game, and loved it, although I thought it was more of a young adult read. Grady Hendrix sure wrote an intriguing tale! Book Review: The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix November 24, 2020 November 23, 2020 “Let me tell you something….there’s nothing nice about Southern … Plain and simple. Best book I’ve read in a while! Here’s our review of Grady Hendrix’s The Southern Book Club’s Guide To Slaying Vampires. However, for some readers, it may be a tad too brutal as it does involve some heavy themes later on in the story. SFFWorld Best of the Decade! Patricia Campbell's life has never felt smaller. Welcome back. Picture a small, well to do community where no one locks their doors, the kids are safe playing outside until dark or even after dark, the men earn the income, and their high achieving housewives iron socks a. I liked the writing of The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires very much except for the extreme, over the top, way too much (for me) gory and gross passages describing, in too much detail, rats, roaches (the worst! 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