Horrorstör
Horrorstör
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Cleveland, Ohio • Contemporary
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Horrorstör by Grady Hendrix is a horror novel set in an IKEA-like furniture store called Orsk. The story follows employees who investigate strange occurrences during their overnight shift and face unsettling experiences. Blending humor and terror, the novel is uniquely presented as a furniture catalog.
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Review Roundup
Horrorstör by Grady Hendrix skillfully merges horror and humor, set within an uncanny IKEA-like store. Readers praise its clever format and satirical edge. Some find the plot predictable and characters lacking depth, but the book's unique presentation and tense atmosphere stand out. While not deeply frightening, it offers an engaging and entertaining read.
Who Should Read Horrorstör?
Readers who would enjoy Grady Hendrix's Horrorstör are fans of horror-comedy and innovative storytelling. They likely appreciate a blend of satire and scares in a unique setting, similar to those found in titles like The Cabin at the End of the World by Paul Tremblay and House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski.
118,237 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Horrorstör creatively blends elements of horror and humor, using the format of an IKEA-like catalog to tell its story, complete with product illustrations and order forms.
The book's distinctive design mimics a modern furniture store's layout, which complements its satirical take on consumer culture and big-box retail experiences.
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Author Grady Hendrix was inspired to write Horrorstör after spending time in IKEA, using the disorienting nature of the store as a backdrop for supernatural occurrences.
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Novel • Fiction
Cleveland, Ohio • Contemporary
2014
Adult
18+ years
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