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2009 horror-mystery novel by Brian Evenson From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Last Days is a 2009 mystery-horror novel by Brian Evenson, first published by Underland Press.[1] The first part of the book was originally published by Earthling Publications in 2003 as a novella titled The Brotherhood of Mutilation.[2] The story follows a detective kidnapped by a religious cult who believe amputations bring one closer to God.[3] Last Days won the American Library Association's award for Best Horror Novel of 2009.[4][5]
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| Author | Brian Evenson |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Genre | Novel |
| Publisher | Underland Press (first edition) Coffee House Press (reissue) |
Publication date | 2009 |
| Publication place | United States |
| Media type | Paperback |
| Pages | 256 p. |
| ISBN | 978-0980226003 |
In 2016, nonprofit independent publisher Coffee House Press reissued Last Days, featuring an introduction by horror novelist Peter Straub.[6]
The novel received mostly positive reviews, with many critics noting the story's unique tonal blend of body and psychological horror with black humor.[7] Some critics have compared the narrative to the work of pulp noir writer Raymond Chandler, describing it as a "send-up of the hardboiled detective novel".[8]
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