Who Would Like This Book:
If you like your comedy outrageous, irreverent, and unapologetically British, "Clovenhoof" is a laugh-out-loud pick. Picture Satan himself banished to English suburbia, bumbling through life’s absurdities and getting embroiled in madcap situations with quirky neighbors. The book is packed with clever satire, sharp wit, and uniquely memorable characters - fans of authors like Terry Pratchett and fans of sitcom-style shenanigans will absolutely love it. Think black humor, eccentric scenarios, and plenty of pop-culture references for UK readers.
Who May Not Like This Book:
Not everyone will appreciate Clovenhoof’s over-the-top humor or the heavy dose of bawdy jokes and toilet humor, especially in the early chapters. Some readers found the plot inconsistent, the character development a bit uneven, and the story stuffed with too many wild ideas. If you’re looking for a tight narrative, shy away from irreverent takes on religious figures, or prefer your comedy more subtle or grounded, this one might not be your cup of tea.
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'Clovenhoof' by Heide Goody is a humorous take on the premise of Satan being banished to Earth to live as a human named Jeremy Clovenhoof, stripped of all his powers. The story follows Clovenhoof as he navigates through various adventures and scrapes, interacting with a mix of characters including Nerys, a domineering woman, and a nerd wimp type character. The writing style is described as clever and attention-grabbing, with well-drawn characters and a clash of personalities that lead to farcical scenarios.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Content warnings include dark humor, references to murder, and heavy drinking.
Has Romance?
There are romantic elements present, particularly with characters like Nerys and her interactions.
From The Publisher:
Charged with gross incompetence, Satan is fired from his job as Prince of Hell and exiled to that most terrible of places: English suburbia. Forced to live as a human under the name of Jeremy Clovenhoof, the dark lord not only has to contend with the fact that no one recognises him or gives him the credit he deserves but also has to put up with the bookish wargamer next door and the voracious man-eater upstairs.Heaven, Hell and the city of Birmingham collide in a story that features murder, heavy metal, cannibalism, armed robbers, devious old ladies, Satanists who live with their mums, gentlemen of limited stature, dead vicars, petty archangels, flamethrowers, sex dolls, a blood-soaked school assembly and way too much alcohol.Clovenhoof is outrageous and irreverent (and laugh out loud funny ) but it is also filled with huge warmth and humanity. Written by first-time collaborators Heide Goody and Iain Grant, Clovenhoof will have you rooting for the bad guy like never before.
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