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Carrion Comfort

Written by: Dan Simmons
Narrated by: Mel Foster, Laural Merlington
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"Carrion Comfort is one of the three greatest horror novels of the 20th century. Simple as that." (Stephen King)

"Epic in scale and scope but intimately disturbing, Carrion Comfort spans the ages to rewrite history and tug at the very fabric of reality. A nightmarish chronicle of predator and prey that will shatter your world view forever. A true classic." (Guillermo del Toro)

"Carrion Comfort is one of the scariest books ever written. Whenever I get asked the question Who's your favorite author? my answer is always Dan Simmons." (James Rollins)

"One of the few major reinventions of the vampire concept, on a par with Jack Finney's Invasion of the Body Snatchers, Richard Matheson's I Am Legend, and Stephen King's Salem's Lot. (David Morrell)

THE PAST...

Caught behind the lines of Hitler's Final Solution, Saul Laski is one of the multitudes destined to die in the notorious Chelmno extermination camp. Until he rises to meet his fate and finds himself face to face with an evil far older, and far greater, than the Nazis themselves...

THE PRESENT...

Compelled by the encounter to survive at all costs, so begins a journey that for Saul will span decades and cross continents, plunging into the darkest corners of 20th century history to reveal a secret society of beings who may often exist behind the world's most horrible and violent events. Killing from a distance, and by darkly manipulative proxy, they are people with the psychic ability to "use" humans: read their minds, subjugate them to their wills, experience through their senses, feed off their emotions, force them to acts of unspeakable aggression. Each year, three of the most powerful of this hidden order meet to discuss their ongoing campaign of induced bloodshed and deliberate destruction. But this reunion, something will go terribly wrong. Saul's quest is about to reach its elusive object, drawing hunter and hunted alike into a struggle that will plumb the depths of mankind's attraction to violence, and determine the future of the world itself...

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I’ve had this book in my library for years now. Finally decided to pull the trigger. This is akin to the great Stephen King novels. Long form suspense/ thriller/ horror. Definitely worth a listen/ read.

Mind vampires

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The story does not follow the standard trope of ancient supernatural horror - it's much better!
Exciting and easy to follow. I didn't lose interest, even for a moment, despite it being a lengthy novel.
The performances from the narrators was surprising! Superb and appropriate for the book.

Highly recommended!

Excellent, simply excellent!

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This book was fantastic! I loved everything about it.. the history, the characters, the imagination. It felt real by the end, as if I was privy to a dark secret about our society.

Intense, Epic and well written

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There’s a fabulous avenue to a more current event saga.
You still hold the my fave book record. Now please make C.C. My second fave by employing a 2023 sequel to this 1989 book.

Please do a Carrion Comfort 2

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well put together ...well read...characters came alive...kept me wanting to turn it on and get to listening...what's next from your mind

excellent book

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What a great read!!!!! Awesome horror novel. I absolutely loved it. Definitely recommend reading! It's a horror novel, so remember it's not going to be a bright and sunny themed read. I think all the negative reviews this book got was because those readers 'forgot' the genre of this book. Definitely not a waste of a credit and I already want to reread it again. My first introduction to Dan Simmons and I'm looking forward to reading his other stuff! Also, the narration was superb! I

SOOO good!!!

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**Review for Dan Simmons' Audio Book "Carrion Comfort"**

From the very first moments of Dan Simmons' "Carrion Comfort," listeners are invited into a realm of narrative brilliance. The plot is intricately woven, a tapestry of suspense and intrigue that hooks you from the outset. It's not merely the storyline that captivates, but the richly drawn characters that inhabit this world, each with their own depth and complexity that make them utterly compelling.

One cannot help but be drawn into the meticulous detail with which Simmons crafts his universe. Every nuance, every description is a testament to his masterful lexic. This isn't just storytelling; it's an art form.

However, what elevates this audiobook to a truly unparalleled experience is the audio performance. It's nothing short of mesmerizing. The narration and character portrayals are among the best ever produced, ensnaring the listener in a web of auditory excellence. You don't just hear the story; you live it.

And just when you think you've grasped the narrative's direction, the last third of the book sweeps in, a whirlwind of surprise and delight. The mounting stakes, the intricate setups that come to fruition, are a masterclass in storytelling. Simmons expertly intertwines every thread, leaving the audience both satisfied and yearning for more.

In short, "Carrion Comfort" is not just a book; it's an experience. For those who dive into this auditory journey, be prepared to be wholly engrossed, for it's a tale that resonates long after the final words have been spoken. A definite 10/10.

Dan Simmons Weaves a Complex Splendour

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Deeply original storyline with excellent narration. Dan Simmons does an excellent job tieing together multiple characters through different time lines and surprises with dark twists.
This has become one of my favorite novels of all time.
If you haven't experienced this novel yet then you're missing out.

fantastic story

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Overall a great book. Dan Simmons is quickly rising the ranks of my favourite authors.

Pros:
- Immediately engrossing story that keeps your attention to the end. This is one where you’ll want to walk around the block to finish a chapter.
- Full of tension and action. This would need a huge budget to be a movie: car chases, gun fights, enough explosions to intrigue Michael Bay
- Interesting and well developed characters
- Best narration I’ve heard yet for an audiobook

Cons:
- Every woman is described by her breasts and nipples. Dear god when will male writers learn.
- Similarly black characters are described by their blackness. It makes sense in some contexts but not every single scene, especially if we’ve already been introduced to the character
- TW for multiple gratuitous rape scenes that I couldn’t even get through, had to fast forward
- TW for unabashed racism, coming from the villains at least, but it again got to the point that it felt gratuitous

A note: I expected this to be a horror novel but I would not put it in that category. More a classic good vs evil, action/adventure with a supernatural twist. The violence is very explicit and it touches on some horrifying themes (the holocaust, sexual assault, slavery), so maybe that’s why some consider it horror. This book is not going for spooky atmosphere or scares.

Riveting Story, Lots of Triggering Content

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In my adult age I have not found an author I've enjoyed all their books except Dan Simmons. After listening to his Hyperion and Endymion series I needed more Dan Simmons and I decided to go with Carrion Comfort. I wish I could have listened to the entire book in one go (good luck) but I had to break it up to an hour a day. What an epic adventure. Great narration, insane story. Just, incredible. I highly recommend not just this book but Dan Simmons to anyone looking for an engaging journey. Thank you, Dan.

Slow burner; INCREDIBLE PLOT. Couldn't get enough.

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