I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast Is Me
by Jamison Shea
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Pub Date 29 Aug 2023 | Archive Date 8 Sep 2023
Bonnier Books UK | Hot Key Books
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Description
THERE WILL BE BLOOD.
Ace of Spades meets House of Hollow in this villain origin story.
Laure Mesny is a perfectionist with an axe to grind. Despite being constantly overlooked in the elite and cutthroat world of the Parisian ballet, she will do anything to prove that a Black girl can take center stage. To level the playing field, Laure ventures deep into the depths of the Catacombs and strikes a deal with a pulsating river of blood.
The primordial power Laure gains promises influence and adoration, everything she's dreamed of and worked toward. With retribution on her mind, she surpasses her bitter and privileged peers, leaving broken bodies behind her on her climb to stardom.
But even as undeniable as she is, Laure is not the only monster around. And her vicious desires make her a perfect target for slaughter. As she descends into madness and the mystifying underworld beneath her, she is faced with the ultimate choice: continue to break herself for scraps of validation or succumb to the darkness that wants her exactly as she is, monstrous heart and all. That is, if the god-killer doesn't catch her first.
From debut author Jamison Shea, this unforgettable novel lifts a veil on the institutions that profit on exclusion and the toll of giving everything to a world that will never love you back.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781471414862 |
| PRICE | £8.99 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 352 |
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Featured Reviews
Martyna B, Reviewer
"I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast Is Me" by Jamison Shea is a dark and compelling tale that explores the depths of ambition, isolation, and the corrupting influence of power. The protagonist, Laure Mesny, is a complex and flawed character who is driven by an unyielding desire to prove herself in the cutthroat world of Parisian ballet.
Shea masterfully crafts Laure's descent into darkness, gradually exposing the reader to her ruthless determination and willingness to do anything to succeed. Despite her morally questionable decisions, the author skillfully allows us to understand Laure's motivations and empathize with her circumstances. She is an outsider, constantly ostracized and denied opportunities due to her race and social background, which adds a layer of righteous anger to her actions.
The writing style is evocative and intense, heightening the emotional impact of the story. Shea vividly portrays Laure's environment, capturing the oppressive and competitive nature of the ballet world, where nepotism and snobbery thrive. The author's descriptive prose paints a vivid picture, immersing the reader in the world of Laure and her relentless pursuit of recognition.
"I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast Is Me" is a thought-provoking exploration of the toll exacted by a society that profits from exclusion. It raises important questions about identity, sacrifice, and the lengths one is willing to go to break free from the constraints imposed by a biased system.
Fans of psychological thrillers and character-driven narratives will be captivated by this novel. Shea's debut is a powerful and unforgettable read that shines a spotlight on the darkness within us all.
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