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Grimoire Diabolique
What do you get when you collect 92k words of the most vile, disgusting, gore-soaked, sick, twisted and demented fiction from the true master of hardcore horror, Edward Lee... The Grimoire Diaboligue. A massive eBook collection of the most brutal of Mr. Lee's short stories and novellas. All available in one place for the first time digitally.
Mr. Torso
Miss Torso
The Dritiphilist
Grub Girl In The Prison Of Dead Women
The McCrath Model SS40-C Series S
Makak
The Baby
Mother
The Wrong Guy
Ever Nat
Hands
The
Salt-Diviner
Mr. Torso
Miss Torso
The Dritiphilist
Grub Girl In The Prison Of Dead Women
The McCrath Model SS40-C Series S
Makak
The Baby
Mother
The Wrong Guy
Ever Nat
Hands
The
Salt-Diviner
291 pages, Nook
First published September 25, 2011
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About the author
Edward Lee
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Edward Lee is an American novelist specializing in the field of horror, and has authored 40 books, more than half of which have been published by mass-market New York paperback companies such as Leisure/Dorchester, Berkley, and Zebra/Kensington. He is a Bram Stoker award nominee for his story "Mr. Torso," and his short stories have appeared in over a dozen mass-market anthologies, including THE BEST AMERICAN MYSTERY STORIES OF 2000, Pocket's HOT BLOOD series, and the award-wining 999. Several of his novels have sold translation rights to Germany, Greece, and Romania. He also publishes quite actively in the small-press/limited-edition hardcover market; many of his books in this category have become collector's items. While a number of Lee's projects have been optioned for film, only one has been made, HEADER, which was released on DVD to mixed reviews in June, 2009, by Synapse Films.
Lee is particularly known for over-the-top occult concepts and an accelerated treatment of erotic and/or morbid sexual imagery and visceral violence.
He was born on May 25, 1957 in Washington, D.C., and grew up in Bowie, Maryland. In the late-70s he served in the U.S. Army's 1st Armored Division, in Erlangen, West Germany, then, for a short time, was a municipal police officer in Cottage City, Maryland. Lee also attended the University of Maryland as an English major but quit in his last semester to pursue his dream of being a horror novelist. For over 15 years, he worked as the night manager for a security company in Annapolis, Maryland, while writing in his spare time. In 1997, however, he became a full-time writer, first spending several years in Seattle and then moving to St. Pete Beach, Florida, where he currently resides.
Of note, the author cites as his strongest influence horror legend H. P. Lovecraft; in 2007, Lee embarked on what he calls his "Lovecraft kick" and wrote a spate of novels and novellas which tribute Lovecraft and his famous Cthulhu Mythos. Among these projects are THE INNSWICH HORROR, "Trolley No. 1852," HAUNTER OF THE THRESHOLD, GOING MONSTERING, "Pages Torn From A Travel Journal," and "You Are My Everything." Lee promises more Lovecraftian work on the horizon.
Edward Lee is an American novelist specializing in the field of horror, and has authored 40 books, more than half of which have been published by mass-market New York paperback companies such as Leisure/Dorchester, Berkley, and Zebra/Kensington. He is a Bram Stoker award nominee for his story "Mr. Torso," and his short stories have appeared in over a dozen mass-market anthologies, including THE BEST AMERICAN MYSTERY STORIES OF 2000, Pocket's HOT BLOOD series, and the award-wining 999. Several of his novels have sold translation rights to Germany, Greece, and Romania. He also publishes quite actively in the small-press/limited-edition hardcover market; many of his books in this category have become collector's items. While a number of Lee's projects have been optioned for film, only one has been made, HEADER, which was released on DVD to mixed reviews in June, 2009, by Synapse Films.
Lee is particularly known for over-the-top occult concepts and an accelerated treatment of erotic and/or morbid sexual imagery and visceral violence.
He was born on May 25, 1957 in Washington, D.C., and grew up in Bowie, Maryland. In the late-70s he served in the U.S. Army's 1st Armored Division, in Erlangen, West Germany, then, for a short time, was a municipal police officer in Cottage City, Maryland. Lee also attended the University of Maryland as an English major but quit in his last semester to pursue his dream of being a horror novelist. For over 15 years, he worked as the night manager for a security company in Annapolis, Maryland, while writing in his spare time. In 1997, however, he became a full-time writer, first spending several years in Seattle and then moving to St. Pete Beach, Florida, where he currently resides.
Of note, the author cites as his strongest influence horror legend H. P. Lovecraft; in 2007, Lee embarked on what he calls his "Lovecraft kick" and wrote a spate of novels and novellas which tribute Lovecraft and his famous Cthulhu Mythos. Among these projects are THE INNSWICH HORROR, "Trolley No. 1852," HAUNTER OF THE THRESHOLD, GOING MONSTERING, "Pages Torn From A Travel Journal," and "You Are My Everything." Lee promises more Lovecraftian work on the horizon.
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July 12, 2017
752 pages of Edward Lee goodness. Disgusting, disturbing, thoroughly insane and fun.
The most disgusting story (I've ever read in my life) - 'The Baby'. The uncut version, huh? No kidding, if you try to fit any more disgusting into this one, it'd probably burst.
Runner-up - 'The Dritiphilist'. I'm afraid even to recall it. I felt I was about to throw up - but taking into account what's going on in this story, I'd rather not.
The one that affected me the most emotionally - 'Ever Nat'. I'm a bit stuck on this one because I wish it were longer and with a different ending. Yeah, I know I should look for more consoling endings elsewhere but still... I'd just imagine there's more story after the word "end", the second half of "I spit on your grave" m/m version.
Those three I loved the most.
The tamest (and the most predictable one) - 'Hands'. A PC character in an Ed Lee's story? You get my meaning.
The one I liked the least - 'The Salt-Diviner'. I think the ending confused me a little.
Others were very, very good. A perfect collection.
The most disgusting story (I've ever read in my life) - 'The Baby'. The uncut version, huh? No kidding, if you try to fit any more disgusting into this one, it'd probably burst.
Runner-up - 'The Dritiphilist'. I'm afraid even to recall it. I felt I was about to throw up - but taking into account what's going on in this story, I'd rather not.
The one that affected me the most emotionally - 'Ever Nat'. I'm a bit stuck on this one because I wish it were longer and with a different ending. Yeah, I know I should look for more consoling endings elsewhere but still... I'd just imagine there's more story after the word "end", the second half of "I spit on your grave" m/m version.
Those three I loved the most.
The tamest (and the most predictable one) - 'Hands'. A PC character in an Ed Lee's story? You get my meaning.
The one I liked the least - 'The Salt-Diviner'. I think the ending confused me a little.
Others were very, very good. A perfect collection.
March 26, 2015
Definitely for strong stomach and open mind loyal to any type of perversity that Edward Lee's mighty creativity can offer you.
I was constantly amazed how deep into the heart of horror can the author go. Absolutely no limit here.
PLease stay away from this collection if you're not sure how much naturalistic depravity you can take.However in the end it might be a very rewarding experience for everyone who is ready to look into the abyss.
Don't say you haven't been warned.
I was constantly amazed how deep into the heart of horror can the author go. Absolutely no limit here.
PLease stay away from this collection if you're not sure how much naturalistic depravity you can take.However in the end it might be a very rewarding experience for everyone who is ready to look into the abyss.
Don't say you haven't been warned.
December 26, 2025
Dark and depraved as well as Edward Lee can do it. Stories that are far out there, and the gore was superb!!! Even though they are short stories, each one has it unique style that just grabs you and you want more (of course you do). Highly recommended!!!
July 9, 2019
This was a demented series of stories, many of them featuring beyond Hostel levels of torture and death. I'm going to pick up more Edward Lee for sure after this.
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November 23, 2020I don't want to raise children in a world that could produce an author and a book like this.
March 8, 2015
Where Ed Lee falters in his longer works, he more than makes up for in his short stories. Grimoire Diabolique contains some of the most disgusting tales I've ever read. This isn't the type of horror you read to keep you up at night in suspense; this is the type that will make your stomach turn over how far the writer is willing to push the depravity. My favorite stories in this collection included Mr. Torso, The Dritiphilist, The McCrath Model SS40-C Series S, The Baby, Ever Nat, and Hands, which while probably the most reserved story in this collection, may be Lee at the top of his game. I'm still only giving it four stars because there were a few stories that, while still good, didn't quite do it for me in the end. But that aside, if you're looking for a fun guilty pleasure read that will leave you nauseous and offended, this is it. Edward Lee at his best, in my opinion.
April 22, 2014
I find Ed Lee to be most effective with his shorter works. Really the only work of his I did not enjoy was Header.
Anyway, there is a good selection of some siction here that is not for the squeamish. The graphic detail, however, actually adds to the terror of these stories. I'm glad I got this and you should read this too.
Just be warned: if you are easily offended by visceral descriptions of, shall we say, "adverse behavior" then you should probably steer clear of this book.
Anyway, there is a good selection of some siction here that is not for the squeamish. The graphic detail, however, actually adds to the terror of these stories. I'm glad I got this and you should read this too.
Just be warned: if you are easily offended by visceral descriptions of, shall we say, "adverse behavior" then you should probably steer clear of this book.
July 14, 2016
This is a tough one to review as it is a collection of stories so the quality varies a bit.
Overall I would say if you like uncomfortable and nauseating reading, this is definitely worth a look.
Lee's descriptions and scenarios are genuinely wince inducing at times. Some of the stories are a little mediocre but there are a fair few memorable moments from this including one story I had to just put down for a few days and come back to.
Overall I would say if you like uncomfortable and nauseating reading, this is definitely worth a look.
Lee's descriptions and scenarios are genuinely wince inducing at times. Some of the stories are a little mediocre but there are a fair few memorable moments from this including one story I had to just put down for a few days and come back to.
June 5, 2012
Great collection of short stories. "Hands" would make for a great movie, someone in hollywood should option that story. Really a 4.5
December 12, 2012
It's so gross and disturbing that its great
November 1, 2012
Awesome book!!!!Full of stories that will truly gross you out...
February 1, 2016
Anytime I read a book by Ed Lee I am always in a state of wtf, omg, and oh hell noooo!!!!
Always disturbing, brutal and mind blowing. Not for the faint of heart.
Always disturbing, brutal and mind blowing. Not for the faint of heart.
July 15, 2014
Excellent!
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September 1, 2015It was...gross.
February 4, 2020
Lots of disgusting and interesting ideas here. Would expect nothing less for mr. lee.
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