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Frankenstein's Hamster: A Christmas Horror novella. Part One of the Hamster Horror Trilogy
Monsters can be small... And furry
When his sister's Christmas present of an adorable hamster falls foul of their alcoholic rodent-phobic father, Harvey is the best person to give him a new lease of life.
Using what's left of the hamster and parts of a rat and even himself, Harvey soon develops a pet like no other. Bestowed with remarkable intelligence and a thirst for revenge, Harvey's hamster is a monster in waiting.
Will anyone make it out alive?
When his sister's Christmas present of an adorable hamster falls foul of their alcoholic rodent-phobic father, Harvey is the best person to give him a new lease of life.
Using what's left of the hamster and parts of a rat and even himself, Harvey soon develops a pet like no other. Bestowed with remarkable intelligence and a thirst for revenge, Harvey's hamster is a monster in waiting.
Will anyone make it out alive?
Released just in time for Christmas, this short novella packs in Carter's reknowned depth of characters and a thrill-a-minute read in a small package ideal for a car-journey to visit the relatives!
Buy yours today and put the thrill in Christmas
97 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 6, 2018
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About the author
Michael Christopher Carter
33 books84 followersI grew up in the Home Counties of Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire. I always felt I wanted to be somewhere else and dreamed of sunny beaches and shady woods. I imagined a move abroad would be the answer but when I visited Pembrokeshire to visit my then fiance's family, I succumbed to the 'Pembrokeshire Pull' and have lived in the National Park ever since.
I have always wanted to be a writer and flirted with the idea, buying a word processor and beginning a number of manuscripts, with very little idea how to actually write a book. When I turned forty something polarised within me, or I just stumbled upon the right advice, and I found the whole thing immensely enjoyable. In fact, I would say I'm only truly happy when I'm writing (I have just completed my fourth book since beginning writing mid-way through 2013!)
Prior to writing I was a dreaded double glazing salesman. I ended up running my own conservatory design and build company for a number of years before the ill-health of a family member meant moving away from the industry.
Opportunities can be found in adversity. It began with studying Welsh language and then Psychology. Then I found my confidence in my own life experiences to know I had plenty to give as an author. I am now able to focus on my writing where the long working hours of my past life never would have allowed.
I live and write in South-West Wales, with my wife, four children and dog!
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I have always wanted to be a writer and flirted with the idea, buying a word processor and beginning a number of manuscripts, with very little idea how to actually write a book. When I turned forty something polarised within me, or I just stumbled upon the right advice, and I found the whole thing immensely enjoyable. In fact, I would say I'm only truly happy when I'm writing (I have just completed my fourth book since beginning writing mid-way through 2013!)
Prior to writing I was a dreaded double glazing salesman. I ended up running my own conservatory design and build company for a number of years before the ill-health of a family member meant moving away from the industry.
Opportunities can be found in adversity. It began with studying Welsh language and then Psychology. Then I found my confidence in my own life experiences to know I had plenty to give as an author. I am now able to focus on my writing where the long working hours of my past life never would have allowed.
I live and write in South-West Wales, with my wife, four children and dog!
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October 27, 2020
3.5 rounded up. A fun little horror story about what happens when a boy brings his sister's pet hamster back to life, using "parts" from a rat, plus his own blood! A good story to read around Halloween!
December 18, 2022
You need this
Omg!!!.. After seeing this on Facebook a few times I decided to give it ago and I'm now a fully fledged Justin Beaver fan. That little rodent has me need g book 2 asap.
Omg!!!.. After seeing this on Facebook a few times I decided to give it ago and I'm now a fully fledged Justin Beaver fan. That little rodent has me need g book 2 asap.
October 27, 2019
Gets straight into the action and keeps on going. I knew what was going to happen, as the title suggests, but it kept me thrilled and I loved the ending.
January 2, 2026
I discovered Frankenstein’s Hamster through a Facebook ad and, as a devoted hamster mum (to eight!) and a lifelong admirer of Frankenstein, I couldn’t resist the premise.
I went in with fairly modest expectations, anticipating something light and comedic. I was genuinely surprised by the depth of the story. Beneath the playful concept lies a darker narrative: a young boy growing up in an abusive household, shaped by both physical and psychological harm. His compulsion to “fix” what is broken, particularly what lies beyond his control, becomes the emotional core of the story, lending an unsettling authenticity. The dynamic between the violent father and the forgiving, complicit mother is rendered with uncomfortable realism, and for me, these scenes were deeply triggering, requiring frequent pauses.
Despite this, or perhaps because of it, the novel succeeds in confronting difficult themes. I was relieved when the father finally met his fate. The writing is engaging with only minor typographical errors that did little to detract from the overall experience.
An unexpectedly serious and affecting read and one that has left me keen to continue on to part two.
I went in with fairly modest expectations, anticipating something light and comedic. I was genuinely surprised by the depth of the story. Beneath the playful concept lies a darker narrative: a young boy growing up in an abusive household, shaped by both physical and psychological harm. His compulsion to “fix” what is broken, particularly what lies beyond his control, becomes the emotional core of the story, lending an unsettling authenticity. The dynamic between the violent father and the forgiving, complicit mother is rendered with uncomfortable realism, and for me, these scenes were deeply triggering, requiring frequent pauses.
Despite this, or perhaps because of it, the novel succeeds in confronting difficult themes. I was relieved when the father finally met his fate. The writing is engaging with only minor typographical errors that did little to detract from the overall experience.
An unexpectedly serious and affecting read and one that has left me keen to continue on to part two.
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December 26, 2025
A child in an unloving family, a mother who ignores the violence she and her children receives from her alcoholic father, does a good thing for the sister he thinks likes him.
After the father kills their Hamster, Justin Beaver, he revives it, using his medical learning skills and a christmas kit, but the Hamster promptly learns about the child's family and attacks them for the boy who saved his life
After the father kills their Hamster, Justin Beaver, he revives it, using his medical learning skills and a christmas kit, but the Hamster promptly learns about the child's family and attacks them for the boy who saved his life
October 28, 2019
What an intriguing story! It will leave you wondering what is in your walls. Harvey is brilliant and brings back his sister's hamster. What happens next is the stuff of nightmares. If you enjoy this type of story this one is perfect for you.
November 1, 2022
Creepy, reminiscent of the rat movie Harvey
Sad, creepy, strange. Due to a series of events VA let hamster is hurt. Instead of letting him go a young boy transplants parts. The hamster is saved but turns on everyone.
Sad, creepy, strange. Due to a series of events VA let hamster is hurt. Instead of letting him go a young boy transplants parts. The hamster is saved but turns on everyone.
January 2, 2026
loved it! a nice quick, easy read! parts 2 and 3 will certainly be interesting!! The genius teenager clearly has no clue what he is capable of creating!!!
trigger warnings, though! does contain alcohol abuse, mild drug use, and domestic violence, so take care when deciding to read.
trigger warnings, though! does contain alcohol abuse, mild drug use, and domestic violence, so take care when deciding to read.
January 28, 2019
Quick read
Quick read with a twist. .Enjoyed every moment. Good characters. Wanted to kick the heck out of the dad. Will read more from this author.
Quick read with a twist. .Enjoyed every moment. Good characters. Wanted to kick the heck out of the dad. Will read more from this author.
December 15, 2019
A fun, quick, read.
February 24, 2020
This is a unique tale of what happens when Harvey saves his sister’s pet hamster by reanimating it with bits from a rat and himself! A fast paced tale and I can’t wait to see what happens next!
May 13, 2020
It’s a creepy little novella, fun, fast pace! I found myself rooting for the hamster! Now I need to read the rest of the trilogy.
December 26, 2022
Loved book 1.... Justin Beaver... lol.... evil little hamster!
November 3, 2024
Wasn't a bad little read, very unique was fun to read something different, not sure I'd read it again took quite a while to get going loved the twist at the end
January 6, 2026
actually good 😂
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