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hannahmaybookreviews's review
3.0
Synopsis:
Hot Love Inferno is an action packed book filled with adventure from fighting rogue Samurai, to a talking dog and drama in an illegal sex factory.
Barry is a fish finger loving gardener in his 20’s and an undercover ninja. When Samurai warriors unexpectedly turn up out of nowhere and begin to brutally chop up innocent people, it is up to Barry to use his skills to rescue his recent date Jo and his loved ones for their clutches.
Review:
When asked to review this book I was generally unsure what to expect but I was definitely intrigued to say the least. The fact that this would be a comedy left me eager to get stuck in because who doesn’t like a good comedy? Hot Love Inferno is the second book in the Prophecy Allocation Series, I didn’t read the first one but was able to read on despite due to the book being a stand alone.
Now I have finished Hot Love Inferno, I am generally finding the words to sum up this crazy, odd book. This read has got to be one of the most bizarre, random and weirdest book I have ever experienced in my reading life.
After finishing chapter one I was left feeling puzzled and not quite sure about what I had just read or how the story would develop. At the same time I loved the authors laid back tone and light heartedness that he maintained throughout.
The book was also very fast paced and as a result of this I was able to read the book in one sitting. Humour was used throughout the book and did a fantastic job at keeping the tone light during the few serious moments there was.
The footnotes were one of my favourite things about this book. They were used to translate the British Slang used, which were brilliant and funny may I add. These footnotes also definitely opened my eyes to how weird us Brits actually are. As for the British Slang, I appreciated the clever use of it and was able to relate to some of the phrases used as I often use this slang myself.
All the characters in Hot Love Inferno were definitely unique and slightly abnormal. I don’t feel I was particularly able to connect with them, but this was probably a good job and my advice for future readers is not to let yourself attach to any of them.
I generally can’t make my mind up about this book and how I feel about it. It has been a long time since a book has left me sitting on the fence. Despite not knowing what to think, I still found myself storming through the book. Despite my lack of connection to the book, I really enjoyed and appreciated the author’s wittiness and it’s evident he is a very talented writer with a fantastic sense of humour. I generally think this book would be a suitable read for any one out there who enjoys the adult humour and random story lines of programmes such as The Simpsons and Family Guy.
Hot Love Inferno is an action packed book filled with adventure from fighting rogue Samurai, to a talking dog and drama in an illegal sex factory.
Barry is a fish finger loving gardener in his 20’s and an undercover ninja. When Samurai warriors unexpectedly turn up out of nowhere and begin to brutally chop up innocent people, it is up to Barry to use his skills to rescue his recent date Jo and his loved ones for their clutches.
Review:
When asked to review this book I was generally unsure what to expect but I was definitely intrigued to say the least. The fact that this would be a comedy left me eager to get stuck in because who doesn’t like a good comedy? Hot Love Inferno is the second book in the Prophecy Allocation Series, I didn’t read the first one but was able to read on despite due to the book being a stand alone.
Now I have finished Hot Love Inferno, I am generally finding the words to sum up this crazy, odd book. This read has got to be one of the most bizarre, random and weirdest book I have ever experienced in my reading life.
After finishing chapter one I was left feeling puzzled and not quite sure about what I had just read or how the story would develop. At the same time I loved the authors laid back tone and light heartedness that he maintained throughout.
The book was also very fast paced and as a result of this I was able to read the book in one sitting. Humour was used throughout the book and did a fantastic job at keeping the tone light during the few serious moments there was.
The footnotes were one of my favourite things about this book. They were used to translate the British Slang used, which were brilliant and funny may I add. These footnotes also definitely opened my eyes to how weird us Brits actually are. As for the British Slang, I appreciated the clever use of it and was able to relate to some of the phrases used as I often use this slang myself.
All the characters in Hot Love Inferno were definitely unique and slightly abnormal. I don’t feel I was particularly able to connect with them, but this was probably a good job and my advice for future readers is not to let yourself attach to any of them.
I generally can’t make my mind up about this book and how I feel about it. It has been a long time since a book has left me sitting on the fence. Despite not knowing what to think, I still found myself storming through the book. Despite my lack of connection to the book, I really enjoyed and appreciated the author’s wittiness and it’s evident he is a very talented writer with a fantastic sense of humour. I generally think this book would be a suitable read for any one out there who enjoys the adult humour and random story lines of programmes such as The Simpsons and Family Guy.
shannonsnextchapter's review
3.0
Satire and samurais, Hot Love Inferno is all about humour. Read my full review on the Shannon A. Jade blog: https://shannonajade.wixsite.com/books/post/hot-love-inferno-review
storieswithsoul's review
4.0
This is the strangest thing I've ever read and I loved it. The story is kind of weird and at first I wasn't sure what was happening, who these characters were and what was the end goal of all of it. But as I kept reading things became less fuzzy, I got more involved with the characters and oeverall enjoyed it quite a lot. It made me laugh at times, it made me take a breath and re-read lines just because they were brilliantly written. I won't say that I understood all of it because I don't always get the jokes but when I did they made me smile. All in all, this is one weird read that I think anyone, who isn't afraid to take a plunge into the unknown, will enojoy.
P.S. I received a complimentary copy of this book.
P.S. I received a complimentary copy of this book.
wanderwithjon's review
3.0
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An e-copy of the book has been provided by the author, Nicky Blue, in exchange for an honest review.
Samurai. Ninja. Alternate world. And an absolutely bonkers of a story!
There are plenty of things that went on with this book. I cannot even begin to comprehend how I am going to compress my entire thoughts on it.
The writing was simple—it flows really well making the book quite a simple read. The pacing of the story is relatively quick, taking into account that this is a short story; however, it did not take away the curiosity and excitement in the desire to learn what is going to happen next. Additionally, this book contains footnote. It was a curious addition for the novel and gave a unique feel towards the book.
I did not get any strong connections with any of the characters. I find them entertaining but it all ended there. The main character was a wee stuffy for my liking, the villains and the sub-characters weren’t given much information of. That took away so much from the book for me. The amount of characters injected in the story is far too many for the length of the book and it was a cost that hasn’t been paid.
In conclusion, I find this book enjoyable. It wasn’t unique in its overall aspect but it did serve its purpose as a humorous novel. Some parts of it were quite difficult to catch up on and I am strongly to blame for that part—with my lack of understanding towards British comic. If you’re looking for something ridiculous to read and make your mind think of how much more absurd a story can get… then this is the right read for you !
An e-copy of the book has been provided by the author, Nicky Blue, in exchange for an honest review.
Samurai. Ninja. Alternate world. And an absolutely bonkers of a story!
There are plenty of things that went on with this book. I cannot even begin to comprehend how I am going to compress my entire thoughts on it.
The writing was simple—it flows really well making the book quite a simple read. The pacing of the story is relatively quick, taking into account that this is a short story; however, it did not take away the curiosity and excitement in the desire to learn what is going to happen next. Additionally, this book contains footnote. It was a curious addition for the novel and gave a unique feel towards the book.
I did not get any strong connections with any of the characters. I find them entertaining but it all ended there. The main character was a wee stuffy for my liking, the villains and the sub-characters weren’t given much information of. That took away so much from the book for me. The amount of characters injected in the story is far too many for the length of the book and it was a cost that hasn’t been paid.
In conclusion, I find this book enjoyable. It wasn’t unique in its overall aspect but it did serve its purpose as a humorous novel. Some parts of it were quite difficult to catch up on and I am strongly to blame for that part—with my lack of understanding towards British comic. If you’re looking for something ridiculous to read and make your mind think of how much more absurd a story can get… then this is the right read for you !
ipehalena's review
3.0
At first, I never expected about anything when decided to read this 'lovely yet silly dog on the black cover' book.
Okay, I was curious about Barry and why that dog appeared on the cover. Even though the very first page didn't catched me but after took a long time to find the answer.
Okay, I was curious about Barry and why that dog appeared on the cover. Even though the very first page didn't catched me but after took a long time to find the answer.
singh_reads_kanwar2's review
4.0
This short book is fantasy story of witches, dogs as guardian and with interdimensional jump powers, Samurai with extreme power and human being living over centuries, This story is of Barry who has issues in exaggeration of story of his bravery which lands him in troubles and things go tough time to time, his friend told him a mantra to call upon witch of justice if ever he need to eradicate enemies from his life, he is crazy character and when his family gone missing and Samurai attacked him he try to survive the day but when team led by Mrs.cassedy came for him he came to know about keith and his presence near him and what he can do and what he is there for and he had his experience in that order his whole family got kidnapped and don't know what to do but found a way and saved a day with help of justice doing witch Mrs. Jittery twitch and this one is coolest stories of fantasies.
natashaniezgoda's review
2.0
Synopsis: a dark humor novella that’s compiled of multiple sci-fi(ish) short stories surrounding a group of very quirky friends.
Here’s the thing, the footnotes are HILARIOUS. So much so, that I wish the rest of the novella followed the same tone and diction. There was something a bit stiff and formal about the main story writing. But when you got to the footnotes, there was an ease and freedom in the conversation that’s so authentic and relatable.
The footnotes started as explanations of 90s Cockney slang, but then they morphed into addendums to the story or full on micro-rants, which were stupidly funny.
Some favorites:
Barry’s love life rant.
Thomas Edison’s comparison to Barry (I died!)
Learning there’s a real phobia against people with beards - Pogonophobia.
And then anything that had to do with dogs and internal-dimensional Basset Hounds!
Alls to say, this strange journey I took brought along a lot of laughter. And for that, I’m very appreciative!
P.S. if you shy away from swearing, then maybe this isn’t for you.
Here’s the thing, the footnotes are HILARIOUS. So much so, that I wish the rest of the novella followed the same tone and diction. There was something a bit stiff and formal about the main story writing. But when you got to the footnotes, there was an ease and freedom in the conversation that’s so authentic and relatable.
The footnotes started as explanations of 90s Cockney slang, but then they morphed into addendums to the story or full on micro-rants, which were stupidly funny.
Some favorites:
Barry’s love life rant.
Thomas Edison’s comparison to Barry (I died!)
Learning there’s a real phobia against people with beards - Pogonophobia.
And then anything that had to do with dogs and internal-dimensional Basset Hounds!
Alls to say, this strange journey I took brought along a lot of laughter. And for that, I’m very appreciative!
P.S. if you shy away from swearing, then maybe this isn’t for you.
rincondejoss's review
4.0
I received this book from the author for an honest review.
Wao, let's begin with I haven't read the first one but this one was so cool, it was super funny and it engaged me right away.
A thing that caught my attention was that he wasn't scared of anything, he wrote like he was telling someone a story it felt pretty close actually I liked that the most.
The narrator was crazy, Love it, I dunno how I will like the first book knowing he isn't the one to read it, I do hope that if there's more of this book he will stay with James.
I know want to read the first one, for me this one was a good change of pace and it was so intense and light at the same time, just hear it, it was awesome.
Loved the footnotes on the chapters, made me laugh a lot.
Wao, let's begin with I haven't read the first one but this one was so cool, it was super funny and it engaged me right away.
A thing that caught my attention was that he wasn't scared of anything, he wrote like he was telling someone a story it felt pretty close actually I liked that the most.
The narrator was crazy, Love it, I dunno how I will like the first book knowing he isn't the one to read it, I do hope that if there's more of this book he will stay with James.
I know want to read the first one, for me this one was a good change of pace and it was so intense and light at the same time, just hear it, it was awesome.
Loved the footnotes on the chapters, made me laugh a lot.
roxsannel's review
5.0
This book is hilarious, I had to stifle laughter while reading it, the main character is just the unluckiest and most unlikely hero you can imagine and the adventures he has in this second book are just as remarkable as the first. A really fun read.