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Meat

By: Joseph D'Lacey
Narrated by: Chris Coxon
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Eleven years after its original publication, this is the third edition of D’Lacey’s cult hit, containing an introduction by Michael Wilson and a brand-new foreword by the author.

In Abyrne, a strange town surrounded by a wasteland, the eating of meat is a sacred obligation. The town’s strict laws are brutally enforced by a ruthless Baron and a merciless Bishop.

Adored by the townsfolk is Richard Shanti, Abyrne’s famous bolt-gunner - the most efficient slaughterhouse worker in living memory. In private, however, Shanti is a gentle man; a husband, and father to twin girls. The growing guilt about his murderous job weighs him down. Beguiled by a rebellious heretic, Shanti uncovers the harrowing truth behind Abyrne’s history. When the town’s corporate and religious factions come into conflict, he must choose a side. By fighting for what he knows is right, Shanti will risk everything and everyone he loves. Meanwhile, the townsfolk are hungry. The townsfolk must be fed....

©2019 Joseph D'Lacey (P)2019 W. F. Howes Ltd

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“Joseph D’Lacey rocks!” (Stephen King)

“Without reservation, MEAT is one of the most literate, astonishing, and intriguing books I’ve read in years.” (David Niall Wilson)

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Definitely worth reading

I really enjoyed the story. The narrator took me a bit to get used to but once I did I really appreciated his tonal uses and character choices. You should read this book.

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Narration is the worst

I think I just came into this book with a different expectation of its premise, but it was alright. The story is unique but unnecessary. The narrator, however, has no business reading books. He does not enunciate words but rather speaks in a "street, casual" way, not pronouncing every letter in words. He made an alright book, worse.

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Incredible writing for a horrifying concept

Listening to this novel was like watching a movie in my head. Joseph D’Lacey’s masterful storytelling had me immersed, horrified and enthralled.
This was my first D’Lacey novel, and I’m excited to see what else he has to offer!

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Weird, but good.

very interesting twist on veganism and spirituality. It will take a few chapters to figure it out.

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a terrifying vision of what could be!

Humanity has shown a propensity for justifying evil when it is easier to scapegoat others rather than take responsibility for something wrong. everyone should read or listen to this book. it is an amazing story. it is terrifying, well written, well narrated, and lf is a horrifying View of the darkest darkest realms of human nature.

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Holy Cow!!!

Holy Cow, what an amazing novel! Joseph D'Lacey is becoming one of my favorite horror writers. I don't want to re-veal too much about this book because it could spoil it. I can say that the atmosphere is an ultra dark, post apocalyptic, Orwellion squalor and the people want meat. D'Lacey pulls no punches and his story telling is second to none. A dark fiction fan's filet mignon.

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I got what I expected and say “Thank You”

The books title, along with a few reviews I read let me know what to expect. I wasn’t disappointed. The writing was visual enough to make this a part horror story, part intrigue. The books premise was disturbing but again, I started it knowing that.

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Really really good

Fantastic story with twists and the unexpected. Definitely check TWs, but this book isn’t just for shock value - it holds great depth and social commentary. Wish it had been longer, definitely hoping for a sequel. Only complaint- the narrator wasn’t the best. Would really benefit from being narrated by a full cast.

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. Recommended.

Amazing! Really good story and setting. Eating meat after this gets hard i can say.

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Fantastic

Story was great, but narrator could’ve been better. Fantastic story that kept me fully engaged.

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