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Jordan Krall

    This author has garnered acclaim for their experimental and often unsettling works, bravely delving into the darker aspects of human psychology and societal undercurrents. Their writing is distinguished by a raw, untamed style, frequently employing shocking imagery and unexpected twists to elicit a powerful emotional response from readers. Through their narratives, the author consistently explores themes of alienation, violence, and the search for meaning within a chaotic existence, solidifying their reputation as a provocative voice in contemporary literature.

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    Gorgonaeon
    Tentacle Death Trip
    King Scratch
    Your Cities, Your Tombs
    • 2015

      Gorgonaeon

      • 98 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Fragmented narratives and hallucinogenic prose characterize this unique reading experience, blending paranoia with an underlying optimism. The story features bizarre mages woven into a tale of mental and moral decay, creating a curious doubling effect. With frequent shifts in time and perspective, it challenges readers while offering a rewarding exploration of grotesque surrealism. Praised for its unsettling visions and mythological horror, it appeals to those intrigued by the absurdities and dangers of modern life.

      Gorgonaeon
    • 2013

      Your Cities, Your Tombs

      • 232 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      4.6(23)Add rating

      Delving into personal and public tragedy, this novel offers a unique narrative structure with brief chapters set in a vast universe plagued by physical and mental illness, urban decay, and societal fractures. Influenced by early avant-garde writers, it presents a stark and unsettling portrayal of modern life, revealing the absurdities and dangers that often go unnoticed. Celebrated for his ability to evoke discomfort through a clear yet alienating perspective, Krall's work invites readers to confront the darker aspects of existence.

      Your Cities, Your Tombs
    • 2012

      Tentacle Death Trip

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      4.3(15)Add rating

      Set in a neon-colored nuclear wasteland in 2025, five diverse drivers face off in a perilous race that could shape the world's fate. Each character brings a unique backstory: a grieving father, a ruthless warrior, a cross-dressing survivor, a tattooed Christian, and a madman with a tentacled vehicle. As they navigate a terrifying post-apocalyptic New Jersey, they encounter bizarre threats, including mutants and strange creatures, all leading to the ancient city of R'lyeh. This thrilling tale blends dark humor with Lovecraftian horror.

      Tentacle Death Trip
    • 2011

      King Scratch

      • 102 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      The narrative explores a surreal and disturbing vision where the protagonist witnesses a grotesque dissection of his own body, combined with the remains of historical figures Lincoln and Booth. This amalgamation creates a mechanized entity destined for self-destruction, endlessly innovating methods of self-harm. Themes of identity, mortality, and the nature of violence are intricately woven into this dark and thought-provoking tale.

      King Scratch