The Shingling

Shingles #27

by Authors and Dragons, Steve Wetherell

Johnny Terry is excited to start his new life as the caretaker at the Underpass Motel. A recovering meth addict, Johnny thinks a steady job and a position of responsibility is just what he needs to gain the respect of his family. Unfortunately, his family hate him. Even more unfortunately, the Underpass is haunted by the ghosts of dead porn stars.

Can Johnny keep on the straight and narrow? Or will the pressure lead him down a dark path of temptation?

81 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 28, 2020

About the author

Source name for the various authors behind the Shingles series.

Reviews

[Peter Topside · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots and lots of fun and hilarity! The book had me laughing nonstop. Specifically Dick Hammertime’s introduction portion, and the first note from Johnny’s brother, Joe, were just tremendous. Sadie and Johnny’s interactions were a lot of fun, too. And Johnny battling Mrs Mac’s killer cats was solid, too. The whole thing was just a quick, mindless, enjoyable read. Now it did a great job with the premise, over the top characters, and made the most of its short length. It took a lot of notes from The Shining, which I didn’t mind, but it felt a bit too much at times. And I loved the material, but a good portion of it all just felt incomplete. I would have loved to see the author expand on everything, doubling the length of the book, and I think my rating would have been even higher. But, not without some minor issues, I had a great time here and look forward to seeing Steve Wetherell’s other offerings.

[Nina constantreaderbeware · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE The Shingling, it might even be my favorite book this year. I love The Shining, and this is a hilarious parody of The Shining.
I laughed out loud multiple times.
Make sure you read The Shining or watch the movie before reading this book, so you'll understand all the funny references.
I giggled everytime the awful carpet pattern was mentioned.
I want to mention all the moments that made me laugh out loud, but I don't want to put any spoilers in this review.
Anyway, definitely recommended to all fans of The Shining, and remember; in case of family, break glass.

[Stephen Chase · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best of The Shingles book series!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[William · Rating 4 out of 5]

Entertaining relationship listening

This kindle e-book novella is from my Kindle Unlimited book 27 of 60

I would recommend this series and various authors to readers looking for a quick something different. 2024