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I Was A Teenage Slasher Hardcover – July 16, 2024
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From New York Times bestselling horror writer Stephen Graham Jones comes a classic slasher story with a twist—perfect for fans of Adam Cesareand Grady Hendrix.
1989, Lamesa, Texas. A small west Texas town driven by oil and cotton—and a place where everyone knows everyone else’s business. So it goes for Tolly Driver, a good kid with more potential than application, seventeen, and about to be cursed to kill for revenge. Here Stephen Graham Jones explores the Texas he grew up in, and shared sense of unfairness of being on the outside through the slasher horror Jones loves, but from the perspective of the killer, Tolly, writing his own autobiography. Find yourself rooting for a killer in this summer teen movie of a novel gone full blood-curdling tragic.
- Print length384 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherS&S/Saga Press
- Publication dateJuly 16, 2024
- Dimensions6 x 1.3 x 9 inches
- ISBN-101668022249
- ISBN-13978-1668022245
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"A playful, self-aware and remarkably gory horror novel." ― ―The New York Times
“Readers will watch something original emerge before their eyes, realizing why everyone needs to be as obsessed with the Slasher as Jones is himself. Suggest to every reader who loves a perfectly rendered time and place or just wants a chilling, captivating, and thought provoking story where every detail matters and every page is worth their time.” ― ―Booklist, starred review
“The story has a clear love for the splashy slasher films that inspired it, and Jones does a great job of landing the plot’s gorier excesses as the bodies pile up…{F]ans of meta horror will find a lot to love as Jones remixes well-worn tropes with glee.” ― ―Publishers Weekly
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- Publisher : S&S/Saga Press (July 16, 2024)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 384 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1668022249
- ISBN-13 : 978-1668022245
- Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions : 6 x 1.3 x 9 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #19,788 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #48 in Native American Literature (Books)
- #1,145 in Horror Literature & Fiction
- #2,591 in Suspense Thrillers
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Born and raised in Texas. In Boulder, Colorado now. Forty-nine. Blackfeet. Into werewolves and slashers, zombies and vampires, haunted houses and good stories. Would wear pirate shirts a lot if I could find them. And probably carry some kind of sword. More over at http://demontheory.net or http://twitter.com/@SGJ72
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Customers find the book easy to read and re-read with intriguing twists. They also mention the storyline has a slasher with a peanut allergy.
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"...Gosh I loved this a lot, deserves a re-read, there is a twist too.If you like horror, slashers etc this is a great read. Was it scary?..." Read more
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Loved this book (can you tell) this is a book about two teens and one, unfortunately becomes a slasher. You know, like Jason or Freddie. The guy that has his own music when he’s around. Anyway, this is also a coming of age story, a story about friendship, a story about what’s it’s like to grow up in a small town, a story to bring awareness to people with allergies, specifically to peanuts, this is also a story about murder, death and the outcomes of being bullied. Lastly; it’s a story about love, hope, and never ending question marks at the end of every line of dialogue.
Gosh I loved this a lot, deserves a re-read, there is a twist too.
If you like horror, slashers etc this is a great read. Was it scary? Negative, this wasn’t scary at all but there was some action that will have you going “oh no!!!” And some scenes making you go “awwwwww” yeah. It’s great, please read it.
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I was thrown off by the Joss storyline. I get how it connects to Tolly, but it was an odd choice for a serial killer origin story. I did love that scene with the dogs. That was amazing.
I wanted to give the book five stars, but it was light on the killings. Plus, the kills for Tolly didn't really start until 1/3 of the novel. I loved the exposition, but I wanted death sooner. More death. I don't mean the slasher had to kill a lot of people, but the death scenes were too short. I wanted more guts and blood, more of that anxiety before people die.
Otherwise, I will recommend the book to others.
If you've ever driven through West Texas, you know all too well the feeling of smallness and isolation that come with those wide-open spaces. The dusty road, the tumbleweeds scattering across the pavement on their way to whatever destination the wind has in mind, the solitary oil pump in the distance, the smell of mesquite in the air, and the way the heat can make everything feel surreal. If you have yet to experience that, Jones' writing will make you feel like you have. His vivid prose transports you to the heart of West Texas, creating a backdrop that's as much a character as the people populating his novel. His ability to capture the essence of this stark landscape adds depth to the story, intertwining the isolation of the setting with the terror of his narrative.
In this novel, Jones delivers not just the expected thrills and chills but a nuanced exploration of adolescence. He captures the essence of teenage life—his young characters are raw, real, and relatable. They struggle with identity, belonging, and the desire to escape. There's an authenticity to Jones' portrayal of teenagers, with their restless energy, the quiet but ever-present tension of small-town life, and the lurking shadows of past traumas and future anxieties.
When I first encountered a Jones novel, I struggled with his distinct, often fragmented, fast-paced prose. However, once I acclimated to it, I recognized it as a reflection of the chaotic and unpredictable nature of the events he describes. His narratives are layered with cultural references, dark humor, and a deep understanding of human fears, making his stories relatable and memorable. He has become one of my favorite contemporary horror writers.
Definitely a must read!
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The writing is a little like stream of consciousness or at least the ramblings of someone, which despite the killing part, I could relate to. The style makes you get into Tolly’s head and to understand them. It’s really hard not to like them. Then again this is coming from someone who likes Pamela Voorhees, Jason Voorhees, Stu Macher, and Mickey Altieri (and now Tolly Driver) so perhaps I’m not the best one to ask. Needless to say it’s something new, interesting and keeps you hooked.
I loved seeing the story from the slasher’s perspective. It adds a layer of humanity to them so it’s not clear cut (excuse the pun) on who is right or wrong.
If you are fan of slashers this is a must read. Jones showcases once again his love for the horror genre and slashes. He gives you everything you could want and best of all it’s almost like reading a memoir of Tolly. A classic for ‘Summerween’ or all year round if you are a horror lover.