Parasite Eve

by Hideaki Sena
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Good Books rating 3.83
Horror
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  • ID: 7707
  • Added: 2025-12-16
  • Updated: 2025-12-16
  • ISBN: 9781942993582
  • Publisher: Kodansha USA
  • Published: 2016-02-02
  • Reviews: 3

When Dr. Nagashima loses his wife in a tragic car crash, his grief turns into an unsettling fixation on reincarnating her. He transplants her donated kidney into a young girl and keeps a sample of her liver in his lab. However, the cells begin to mutate rapidly, awakening a consciousness with a chilling agenda. This consciousness, driven by a desire to determine its own fate, sets out to become the new dominant species on Earth./n/nParasite Eve is a chilling tale of obsession and mutation, blending elements of horror and science fiction. The novel was the basis for the hugely popular video game of the same name in the U.S. and has also been adapted into a Japanese film, adding to its intrigue and appeal.

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GBHBL · 2025-12-16
satisfying 3.80

The story is an epic that leaves readers uncertain about the ending until the very last moment. It is a challenging read but ultimately satisfying.

This reviewer found Parasite Eve to be a challenging but rewarding read. They describe it as an epic story that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, unsure of how it will end until the final pages. The complexity of the narrative and its themes make it a book that lingers in the mind long after finishing. However, the reviewer acknowledges that it is not an easy read, requiring patience and engagement with its dense content.

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    A difficult read at times but one that will leave you feeling content.

    The story is something of an epic & it leaves you unsure of how it will end right until the end.

    A hugely influential, greatly satisfying scifi-thriller any fan of the genre ought to read.

The Dead Pixels · 2024-12-30
thrilling 3.20

The book is a slow and languid read until the thrilling final third. The payoff is great, but the journey to get there is not for everyone.

This reviewer describes Parasite Eve as a slow-burning novel that takes its time to build momentum. They note that the first two-thirds of the book can be quite slow and may not appeal to all readers. However, the final third of the book is thrilling and provides a great payoff. The reviewer acknowledges that the book's pacing might be a hurdle for some, but those who stick with it will be rewarded with a compelling and exciting conclusion.

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    Overall, the book is a slow and languid read until the thrilling final third.

    I can't recommend the book though as it is great payoff from a slow start.

    The first part is quite technical, telling the reader in detail how a kidney transplant is conducted.

Kowabana · 2018-05-15
unsettling 4.50

The book is unsettling and intense, with a rating of 4.5 out of 5. The reviewer suggests that it could have benefited from less focus on kidney transplants.

This reviewer found Parasite Eve to be a deeply unsettling and intense read. They praise the book for its gripping narrative and give it a high rating of 4.5 out of 5. However, they also note that the book could have been improved with less emphasis on the technical details of kidney transplants. The reviewer appreciates the book's ability to keep readers on the edge of their seats and its exploration of disturbing themes.

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    It's a damn unsettling book.

    4 1/2 goo monsters out of 5.

    Could have used perhaps just a little less kidney transplant.

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