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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 Fiction Horror Post-Apocalyptic Scary Science Fiction

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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)
Masterful Storytelling • Visceral Horror • Immersive Narration • Compelling Twists • Thought-provoking Commentary
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It is a grotesque book but very well written. I might be a vegetarian now.

awesome book! couldnt stop listening!

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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.

Definitely worth reading

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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.

I got what I expected and say “Thank You”

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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.

Really really good

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A very disturbing and well written story about a community surviving in a post apocalyptic world. At first I wasn't sure what the source of protein was, due to the initial description. It quickly became clear. I want to say that there's no way that humanity would allow this to happen but let's be honest, humans are rarely humane.
An engrossing read and fantastic narration.

I believe it could happen

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I thought this was an excellent story steeped in true horror. Although I had hoped for a different direction in the end and a deeper exploaration of a few of the stories elements, I was suprised at how much I Iiked this awful tale. Decently well narrated too.

Horrible

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

Weird, but good.

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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.

a terrifying vision of what could be!

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This book made me really consider being a vegan. D'Lacey is an extremely talented writer. This book was brilliantly written and wonderfully narrated. I do want to add a faint of heart warning for this novel. There are several times where the book gets very dark and very brutal. For an author to elicit such raw emotions the way he does he's a true artist. This book is graphic yes but it's not graphic for the sake of shock value. This book is going to haunt me for a very long time.

Beautifully Disturbing

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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.

Narration is the worst

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