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dharma_piper's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
punkbuddha37's review against another edition
4.0
Awesome epic horror well worth your time. Full review on my blog
https://jeromesbookshelf.wordpress.com/2017/06/30/chapter-one-carrion-comfort-by-dan-simmons/
https://jeromesbookshelf.wordpress.com/2017/06/30/chapter-one-carrion-comfort-by-dan-simmons/
a_solemn_snail's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
gayatriii's review against another edition
3.0
I just finished this book and I'm exhausted! The plot is fantastic, the characters are endearing and loathsome, but Simmons' painfully detailed descriptions of seemingly irrelevant points ruined it for me. While it was enjoyable in bits, the frustrating pace is what I will remember.
imposterwalrus's review against another edition
dark
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
cormoranlucreade's review against another edition
Very graphic and fatalistic.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Pedophilia, Violence, Kidnapping, and Murder
ted_funsten's review against another edition
4.0
Carrion Comfort, one of Dan Simmons' early novels, is a long horror novel. But Simmons is skilled at creating strong stories and characters to keep the reader involved. Though my interest flagged briefly at times, I was drawn along to the satisfying conclusion.
I've found other Simmons books off-putting because his literary references sometimes come off as more showing off than serving the stories. That wasn't the case here.
I've found other Simmons books off-putting because his literary references sometimes come off as more showing off than serving the stories. That wasn't the case here.
marieeve1978's review against another edition
2.0
It's never a good sign when the first thing you think at the end of an audiobook is: "finally!"
The book is too long. Some scenes are very good, but others could have been completely omitted. There are too many characters and since the author wants to make sure to not have any loose ends, the story is interminable. Finally the loss of my favorite character at about 50% of the book was a big let down for me.
The book is too long. Some scenes are very good, but others could have been completely omitted. There are too many characters and since the author wants to make sure to not have any loose ends, the story is interminable. Finally the loss of my favorite character at about 50% of the book was a big let down for me.
angus_mckeogh's review against another edition
1.0
Why do I keep reading Dan Simmons? I couldn’t tell you. His books are monster big and I haven’t even managed to finish some. The premise always sounds exciting and then there’s no delivery. This novel was long and horrible. Probably my last time delving into his work.
finestgreen's review against another edition
1.0
Did Not Finish. Reviewed 1 star after reading the first 26% because I just lost interest and couldn't find any reason to keep going.