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Satan’s balls!

Revisado: 03-16-17

If you could sum up The Brothels of Brimstone in three words, what would they be?

Magnificent, sexy and compelling imagery.

What did you like best about this story?

I'm most interested in the story behind Azazel and Samael and why/what Delilah's involvement means. However, my most favorite part is when Delilah corrupts Malachi.

Have you listened to any of Irina Stone’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No. But I did enjoy listening to her. Her accents weren't really what I had in my head, but in her defense, I have already read the kindle version of the book and already had my own accents in my head.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

I have no idea. But I will use a quote from Marilyn Manson.... It kind of fits?

Everything I was afraid of when I was growing up, I've become. I've taken on my nightmares, like the devil and the end of the world, and I've become those things.

Any additional comments?

I read this back in February of 2016. I decided to listen to the audio version because book #3 is out and I needed a refresher. So, below is my original 2016 review.

Ahhhh… Satan’s balls! I knew it! I knew that The Brothels of Brimstone was going to be awesome and it was! Ever since I read the first book, The Devil and Delilah, I’ve been hooked. So in this installment, Delilah is going after the gang of guys that killed her family and she is still trying to learn about her new self. Delilah meets Celia who is a cook in a brothel and has her first f/f experience. While in the brothel, Delilah takes advantage of all the healing qualities it has to offer before she sets out on completing her journey. Of course Azazel shows up and spices up the place.

The sex is very detailed and really good. My favorite part is the priest! I love the corrupting of a priest and I just don’t see it often. I see it in porn but not a lot in books (or at least the ones I’ve read). Just one of my kinks. I have no idea why… I’ve never been religious and rarely went to church. It’s naughty, taboo and hot!

My ONLY complaints are that all of the books aren’t out yet and I wanted more story in the first 40ish percent. I know… WTF am I talking about? Let me try to explain… this story is so awesome, fascinating and epic that I need more of it. As the story progresses, I keep reading about all the sex Delilah is having. Which is fantastic and erotic to read about and it truly is important and a huge part of the story development. So, I totally get why there is so much of it. However, I wanted more story. The sex is fantastic and very well written but I think the story needs to outshine some of the sex.

Overall, I loved it and I can’t wait for the next Delilah Devilshot. There is a lot of behind the scenes things going on that pulls the reader in and wanting to come back for more. I need to find out what this “tribute” is. Devil baby? Anal? WHAT! Then the game between Azazel and Samael? It’s like they are playing dolls with people’s souls. I’d really like to learn more about the Red Shoes brothel, Johnny Pharoah, Luke and Samael. I’d like to know what Azazel has up his sleeve and what Delilah’s next move is.

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Uncompromising and disturbing. I loved it!

Revisado: 03-16-17

What was one of the most memorable moments of Family Business?

Its all memorable. It's been a couple days since I've read this and I'm still thinking about the book.

What about Joe Hempel’s performance did you like?

AMAZING!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No. But only because its disturbingly dark and there were parts that made me want to cry so I had to take breaks.

Any additional comments?

Right off the bat I would like to give a warning to readers. If you’re looking for something safe, familiar or a happy ending, then this book probably isn’t for you. If you have triggers with extreme violence, torture, rape, animal neglect, dog fighting and one (not graphic but it was intentional) baby death, then you should approach with caution. You have been warned. On the flip side, if you have an open mind, a strong stomach and love a twisted tale that will immediately pull you in, give you hope and then crush your dreams, you should totally give this book a try. You will not regret it.

The story starts innocently enough, with Erika planning on surprising her husband, Stephen, with a new puppy. While driving to a breeder in the rural backwoods Missouri, Erika has some internal warning alarms going off but ignores them because she really wants a puppy. While trying to decide on just the right pup to bring home, Erika is met with a surprise herself and things take a very dark and disturbing turn.

Meet the hillbillies who are running the family business. We have Levi, business owner and father of Jake and Bub. Bobbie Jean, Levi’s niece, has lived with them since her mother passed away. Have you seen Deliverance? Or The Hills Have Eyes? Well, there you go.

The only part that kind of got on my nerves was an early section with a ton of rape. Yes, it’s necessary for the story progression but let’s move on, I get it. For a minute, it really felt like the story wasn’t progressing but it eventually did. Another thing that shocked me (actually there was a ton of things that shocked me) was the ending and how abruptly it ended. It feels like a cliffhanger, but the more I think about it, the more I feel like it’s not really a cliffhanger. Are there questions I need answered, yes and hopefully I’ll get those answered in the other books.

Since I bought the audio version of this book, I need to comment on Joe Hempel’s performance. Wow! He has a smooth and hypnotizing voice. He does character voices effortlessly and I could easily distinguish who was talking by the accent he used. He seemed to really enjoy what he was reading.

Overall, this book is dark, twisted, brutal, uncompromising and disturbing. Family Business made me cringe, laugh and cry. Fantastic writing, world building and character development. I would recommend this book to horror fans, but please do read the warning and read at your own risk. I gave this 5 stars because the overall story and the audio narrator were so amazing. Bravo!
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