The Lesser Dead

by Christopher Buehlman
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Good Books rating 4.23
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  • ID: 7732
  • Added: 2025-12-16
  • Updated: 2025-12-30
  • ISBN: 9780698146327
  • Publisher: Penguin
  • Published: 2014-10-07
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

The Lesser Dead by Christopher Buehlman is a chilling tale that blends the familiar with the macabre, set against the backdrop of a dirty, dangerous New York City in 1978. The story follows Joey Peacock, a vampire who has spent the last forty years perfecting his routine of feeding and womanizing in the city's underground tunnels and punk clubs. His world is turned upside down when he encounters a new breed of vampires, the children with merry eyes, who threaten the safety of his kind and the city's inhabitants. /n/n Buehlman's novel is praised for its genre-bending narrative, twisting the familiar into newfound dread. The author's ability to weave a tale that is as much F. Scott Fitzgerald as it is Dean Koontz makes this a standout in the horror genre. The Lesser Dead is a disquieting tale that will keep readers on the edge of their seats, wondering what lurks in the shadows of the city's underbelly.

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David A Granoff Blog · 2024-04-14
great 4.00

The audiobook is praised for its deep character development and engaging storytelling. The narrative flows well and keeps the listener interested throughout.

The audiobook version of this story is a real treat. The character development is deep and nuanced, making each character feel real and relatable. The storytelling is engaging and keeps the listener interested from start to finish. The narrative flows well, and the pacing is just right, making it easy to get lost in the story. The audiobook is a great way to experience this story, as the narrator's performance brings the characters to life and adds an extra layer of depth to the narrative. The book is a great example of how a well-crafted audiobook can enhance the reading experience.

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    Each minute of the audiobook has moments of deep character details.

    It keeps the story flowing and interesting.

    The narrator's performance brings the characters to life and adds an extra layer of depth to the narrative.

Mike Finn's Fiction · 2021-03-24
excellent 4.50

The book is filled with larger-than-life characters and unexpected twists that keep the reader engaged until the very end. The narrative is fast-paced and full of surprises.

This book is a rollercoaster ride from start to finish. The characters are larger than life, and the story is packed with violence and surprises that keep you turning the pages. The narrative is fast-paced and full of twists that you won't see coming. It's a story that will keep you on the edge of your seat and leave you eager for more. The author's writing style is engaging and immersive, making it easy to get lost in the story. The book is a great example of how a well-crafted narrative can keep readers hooked.

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    A story that is full of larger-than-life people, violence and enough surprises to keep you turning the pages eagerly right up to the last page.

    The narrative is fast-paced and full of twists that you won't see coming.

    The author's writing style is engaging and immersive, making it easy to get lost in the story.

Space and Sorcery · 2016-08-12
intriguing 4.20

The book subverts expectations and keeps the reader engaged with its twist on traditional vampire lore. The protagonist's unpredictable nature adds to the intrigue.

This book is a refreshing take on the vampire genre. It subverts expectations and keeps the reader engaged with its twist on traditional vampire lore. The protagonist's unpredictable nature adds to the intrigue and makes the story unpredictable. The narrative is well-crafted and keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. The book is a great example of how a well-crafted narrative can keep readers hooked. The author's writing style is engaging and immersive, making it easy to get lost in the story. The book is a great read for fans of the vampire genre who are looking for something a little different.

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    What I most enjoyed in this book is the way any expectations I had were twisted beyond recognition, starting with Joey himself.

    The narrative is well-crafted and keeps the reader on the edge of their seat.

    The author's writing style is engaging and immersive, making it easy to get lost in the story.

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