Spawn of the Ripper

by Neil Baker (Editor), Christine Morgan (Contributor), Aaron Smith (Contributor)

Hammer Horror... Amicus... names synonymous with the terrifyingly gorgeous horror films from the Bray and Shepperton studios that spanned three decades. These full-length films and portmanteaus were stuffed to the gills with shocking and witty stories, stunning production design, imposing monsters and beautiful women. They enthralled a generation, and continue to inspire writers and filmmakers to this day, which is why you now hold in your hand a loving tribute to the films that shaped the April Moon psyche.

280 pages, Paperback

First published February 25, 2016

Reviews

[Amy Braun · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great collection of short horror stories for readers who like a little more gore and camp in their chosen reads. All of the stories were unique and highly entertaining for various reasons, but I have to admit that my favourite was the opening story, Glynn Owen Barrass and Martha Bacon's Spawn of the Ripper. It's a lot of fun, filled with twists, gore, and a bizarre ending. Definitely a must for anyone who wants to read a bunch of fun, creepy campy stories.

[Kirsi Mannonen · Rating 3 out of 5]

3,5 Entertaining collection inspired by Amicus and wonderful Hammer Gothic. Jack the Ripper in Victorian London, Frankenstein in his castle, vampires in England and 19th century Mittelland... On the negative side, there is a bit too much language, gore and disturbing scenes to my taste.

[Riju Ganguly · Rating 3 out of 5]

This homage to Hammer and Amicus Horror movies was warm, gruesome and macabre. All the fourteen stories were competently written. My favourites, with their tongue-in-cheek presentation and loving recreation of the aura of those films, were~
1. 'The Fates of Dr. Fell' by Josh Reynolds;
2. 'The Brain of Evil' by D.I. Tyrer;
3. 'The Wolf Who Never Was' by John McCallum Swain.
A good choice, if you are inclined towards that old-fashioned style horror with wit and pathos.