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Your mother never told you these stories.

She didn't want to scare you.

But Angus Oblong is not your mother.

If Edgar Allan Poe and David Lynch wrote a book, it might be as warped, wicked, and perversely funny as this treasury of twisted tales from childhood's Twilight Zone. So don't be alarmed if you find yourself screaming . . . with laughter . . . until the day you die. Which may be very soon . . .]]> 176 Angus Oblong 0345433009 Cat 1
Alright, let's dive into "Creepy Susie and 13 Other Tragic Tales for Troubled Children" by Angus Oblong. I'll be straight with you, this one didn't quite hit the mark for me, but art is a funny thing – what doesn't click for me might be someone else's cup of tea. Still, I've got some solid reasons why I'm giving a one-star rating on this one.

First, the title's a bit off. When you see "tragic tales for troubled children," you might think it's gonna be a bit dark but kind of funny too. Like, stories that speak to the struggles of growing up but with a hint of humor to soften the blow. But no, in my opinion, this book's title should have said "tragic tales ABOUT troubled children." Rather than serving as a source of amusement for young readers navigating difficult times, the stories unfold as much darker picture.

Then there's the cover. It looks all innocent and kid-friendly, like something you'd find in the children's section of the bookstore - or at least the young adult section. But don't be fooled – this isn't bedtime reading for the kiddos. I mean, Amazon even suggests it alongside stuff like Captain Underpants! But while Captain Underpants is all laughs, "Creepy Susie" dives into some pretty dark waters – we're talking violence, death, dysfunctional families, abuse, murder, and yeah, even some sexual themes. Definitely not what you'd expect from the seemingly "kid-friendly looking" cover.

So here's the deal: I'm all for artists pushing boundaries and doing their thing, but there's got to be some honesty in how it's presented. I feel like there should be a warning label on the cover that says, "Hey, this one's for grown-ups, not the little ones!" That way, people know what they're getting into before they crack it open.

So, to sum it up, "Creepy Susie" gets a one-star rating from me. It's not that it's a terrible book, but it definitely missed the mark on being clear about who it's meant for, and that can be a letdown for readers looking for something else.]]> 4.03 1999
author: Angus Oblong
name: Cat
average rating: 4.03
book published: 1999
rating: 1
read at: 2024/04/17
date added: 2024/04/17
shelves: adult, not-for-kids, dark-humor
review:
Unpacking 'Creepy Susie': A Candid Review

Alright, let's dive into "Creepy Susie and 13 Other Tragic Tales for Troubled Children" by Angus Oblong. I'll be straight with you, this one didn't quite hit the mark for me, but art is a funny thing – what doesn't click for me might be someone else's cup of tea. Still, I've got some solid reasons why I'm giving a one-star rating on this one.

First, the title's a bit off. When you see "tragic tales for troubled children," you might think it's gonna be a bit dark but kind of funny too. Like, stories that speak to the struggles of growing up but with a hint of humor to soften the blow. But no, in my opinion, this book's title should have said "tragic tales ABOUT troubled children." Rather than serving as a source of amusement for young readers navigating difficult times, the stories unfold as much darker picture.

Then there's the cover. It looks all innocent and kid-friendly, like something you'd find in the children's section of the bookstore - or at least the young adult section. But don't be fooled – this isn't bedtime reading for the kiddos. I mean, Amazon even suggests it alongside stuff like Captain Underpants! But while Captain Underpants is all laughs, "Creepy Susie" dives into some pretty dark waters – we're talking violence, death, dysfunctional families, abuse, murder, and yeah, even some sexual themes. Definitely not what you'd expect from the seemingly "kid-friendly looking" cover.

So here's the deal: I'm all for artists pushing boundaries and doing their thing, but there's got to be some honesty in how it's presented. I feel like there should be a warning label on the cover that says, "Hey, this one's for grown-ups, not the little ones!" That way, people know what they're getting into before they crack it open.

So, to sum it up, "Creepy Susie" gets a one-star rating from me. It's not that it's a terrible book, but it definitely missed the mark on being clear about who it's meant for, and that can be a letdown for readers looking for something else.
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