Hiram Grange and the Village of the Damned: The Scandalous Misadventures of Hiram Grange

Name: Hiram Grange and the Village of the Damned: The Scandalous Misadventures of Hiram Grange
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ISBN: 9780981989457

✍️ Malcolm McClinton

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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A boozer fights supernatural evil in New Hampshire using a revolver and bayonet.

This volume launches a five-part series by author Malcolm McClinton, featuring original artwork from the writer and prints by Danny Evarts. The plot tracks Hiram Grange, a flawed hero with addictions and odd habits, as he defends Great Bay, New Hampshire. A malevolent force has risen from the grave to exact vengeance. Hiram must overcome his need for sobriety to wield his Webley revolver and Pritchard bayonet against the Abyss’s denizens. The narrative combines gothic horror elements with a rugged, anti-hero protagonist who uses physical weapons rather than magic to dispense justice.

Key Themes

supernatural vengeance boozer protagonist Great Bay horror

Literary Context

Published by Shroud Publishing in 2009, this work sits within the modern independent horror fiction landscape. It draws on classic gothic traditions of rural evil and resurrection myths. The inclusion of woodcut prints connects it to earlier illustrated pulp traditions, offering a tactile reading experience for fans of niche genre publishing.

Difficulty

● Easy

Recommended For Fans Of

Clark Ashton Smith · Robert E. Howard · H.P. Lovecraft

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Horror Fiction

🏛 Shroud Publishing, LLC 📅 2009 📖 144 pages 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9780981989457

📝 Description: Hiram Grange and the Village of the Damned: The Scandalous Misadventures of Hiram Grange

Malcolm McClinton introduces Hiram Grange, a malcontent with numerous addictions and odd predilections who battles supernatural threats in Great Bay, New Hampshire. This first volume of a five-part series follows the scurrilous boozer as he confronts black-hearted denizens of the Abyss. The narrative centers on his struggle to remain sober enough to answer the call against something wicked that has risen from the grave to wreak horrifying vengeance. McClinton provides original woodcut prints by Danny Evarts alongside his own cover and illustrations, grounding the tale in a gritty, illustrated aesthetic. The story relies on traditional horror tropes of the supernatural and gothic revenge, filtered through a character who dispenses justice with an antiquated Webley revolver and Pritchard bayonet. Hiram stands toe to toe and sometimes toe to tentacle with these foes. The book suits readers who enjoy dark humor mixed with visceral action and illustrated fantasy. It may not appeal to those seeking polished prose or protagonists without significant personal dysfunctions. The text presents a straightforward account of one man’s chaotic crusade against evil in a picturesque village setting.

💎 Our verdict on Hiram Grange and the Village of the Damned: The Scandalous Misadventures of Hiram Grange

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Horror Reads editorial team

Horror desk

McClinton delivers a gritty, illustrated horror tale that prioritizes visceral impact over literary elegance. The protagonist’s struggle with sobriety adds a layer of tragic irony to his battles against ancient evil, grounding the supernatural elements in human frailty. The inclusion of original woodcut prints enhances the aesthetic, creating a cohesive experience for fans of dark fantasy and gothic revenge stories. While the prose may feel unpolished to some, it serves the raw, chaotic tone effectively. This volume is best suited for readers who enjoy dark humor, anti-heroes with significant personal dysfunctions, and straightforward accounts of physical combat against otherworldly foes. It succeeds in establishing a unique voice within the horror-fiction shelf by embracing its pulp roots without apology.

✓ EDITOR'S REVIEW

📖 Why choose it

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Why this book is worth reading

Readers who crave visceral action over psychological nuance will find satisfaction in Hiram Grange’s chaotic crusade against the Abyss’s denizens. This book appeals to those who enjoy dark humor blended with gritty, illustrated fantasy elements. It is ideal for audiences tired of polished prose and magic-wielding protagonists, preferring instead a flawed, addiction-stricken hero who dispenses justice with a Webley revolver and bayonet. The combination of gothic horror tropes with a rugged, anti-heroic perspective offers a refreshing departure from standard supernatural narratives. Fans of dark comedy and physical combat against otherworldly threats will appreciate the straightforward, chaotic energy that drives the narrative forward without relying on complex magical systems or serene character development.

⭐ Reader reviews

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Reader rating

4.4

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Horror Reads editorial team

McClinton delivers a gritty, illustrated horror tale that prioritizes visceral impact over literary elegance. The protagonist’s struggle with sobriety adds a layer of tragic irony to his battles against ancient evil, grounding the supernatural elements in human frailty. The inclusion of original woodcut prints enhances the aesthetic, creating a cohesive experience for fans of dark fantasy and gothic revenge stories. While the prose may feel unpolished to some, it serves the raw, chaotic tone effectively. This volume is best suited for readers who enjoy dark humor, anti-heroes with significant personal dysfunctions, and straightforward accounts of physical combat against otherworldly foes. It succeeds in establishing a unique voice within the horror-fiction shelf by embracing its pulp roots without apology.