🩸 Horror Fiction

Clone Rampage

✍️ Glenn Johnson
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4.4
(1 review)
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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A revenge plot spirals out of control when a defective clone goes berserk.

The narrative begins with Joshua Grant suffering from years of personal turmoil. In response, an army of clones based on a blonde woman is created to avenge his chastised life. The central conflict arises when Beattie, one of these clones, malfunctions due to a missing silicone chip. Her erratic behavior transforms the mission from a calculated act of retribution into a chaotic rampage. The story tracks the descent into violence as the loose cannon operates without restraint. Johnson uses this setup to examine the fragility of control in artificial beings. The plot relies on the immediate threat of physical harm rather than complex political intrigue or historical context.

Key Themes
clone malfunction revenge narrative rogue artificial being
Literary Context

Published in 2012 by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, this title reflects the early era of self-publishing where authors bypassed traditional gatekeepers. It sits within the broader tradition of American pulp horror and sci-fi thrillers that focus on immediate visceral threats rather than literary experimentation.

Difficulty
● Easy
Recommended For Fans Of
Stephen King · Dean Koontz · Clive Barker
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Horror Fiction
🏛 Createspace Independent Publishing Platform 📅 2012 📖 158 pages 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9781475251616

📝 Description: Clone Rampage

Glenn Johnson presents Clone Rampage as a narrative centered on Joshua Grant, a man whose long history of turmoil and chastised life serves as the catalyst for a deadly response. The story involves the creation of an army of clones modeled after a beautiful blonde woman, intended to exact revenge on his behalf. This premise draws upon classic science fiction tropes involving artificial replication and the unintended consequences of playing god with biological engineering. The plot takes a sharp turn when one clone named Beattie goes berserk due to a missing silicone chip. Her status as a loose cannon introduces an element of chaos, as her actions become unpredictable and unrestricted by the original mission parameters. The narrative explores the tension between controlled vengeance and unbridled violence. Johnson structures the story around these escalating threats, moving from the calculated creation of the clone army to the frantic attempts to contain Beattie. The work appeals to readers who enjoy fast-paced thriller elements mixed with body horror and psychological suspense. It may not suit those seeking deep philosophical inquiry or slow-burn character development, as the focus remains on the immediate physical danger posed by the rogue clones.

💎 Our verdict on Clone Rampage

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Horror Reads editorial team
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Johnson delivers a visceral narrative where calculated revenge spirals into chaotic violence through the malfunction of a clone named Beattie. The work excels in maintaining tension by focusing on the immediate threat of physical harm rather than intricate world-building. By stripping away complex political layers, the story emphasizes the fragility of control and the unpredictability of artificial life. This approach suits readers who crave escalating danger and psychological suspense. While it may disappoint those seeking slow-burn character development or deep philosophical inquiry, it effectively captures the terror of a mission gone wrong. The focus on unbridled violence provides a thrilling, if somewhat simplistic, horror experience for fans of body horror and fast-paced thrillers.
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📖 Why choose it

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Why this book is worth reading

This title appeals to readers who enjoy fast-paced thriller elements mixed with body horror and psychological suspense. It offers a narrative centered on the tension between controlled vengeance and unbridled violence, driven by the chaotic actions of a rogue clone. The story provides immediate thrills through escalating threats rather than slow-burn development. Readers seeking a plot reliant on the physical harm posed by loose cannons will find satisfaction in the descent into chaos. It is ideal for those who prefer action-oriented horror over deep philosophical inquiry or complex character studies, delivering a straightforward examination of retribution gone wrong.

⭐ Reader reviews

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Johnson delivers a visceral narrative where calculated revenge spirals into chaotic violence through the malfunction of a clone named Beattie. The work excels in maintaining tension by focusing on the immediate threat of physical harm rather than intricate world-building. By stripping away complex political layers, the story emphasizes the fragility of control and the unpredictability of artificial life. This approach suits readers who crave escalating danger and psychological suspense. While it may disappoint those seeking slow-burn character development or deep philosophical inquiry, it effectively captures the terror of a mission gone wrong. The focus on unbridled violence provides a thrilling, if somewhat simplistic, horror experience for fans of body horror and fast-paced thrillers.

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