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Ash is James Herbert’s most controversial novel to date, and will make you wonder what is fact and what is fiction. They were miscreants with black souls, roaming the corridors and passageways. Infamous people thought long-deceased. Hiding and nurturing their evil in a basement full of secrets so shocking they would shake the world if they were ever revealed. David Ash, ghost hunter and parapychologist, arrives at Comraich Castle – a desolate, ancient place with a dark heart – to investigate a series of disturbing events. An incorporeal power has been ignited by a long-ago curse, fed and now unleashed by the evil of those who once inhabited this supposed sanctuary – and by some who still do. Yet their hour of retribution is at hand . . .
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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I am a big fan of James Herbert, and firstly was slightly amazed when I managed to purchase this book a few months back for just 20p.
Having read it I sort of see why it might get heavily discounted. As is typical with Herbert's writing the story meanders along, and probably does concentrate a bit too much on descriptions or areas of the book that you could do without.
The horror side of it seems rushed, and for me that's where more description would have been welcome, but it seems it was not to be.
The story itself evolves into a horror (just) come outlandish tale of bad folks banished to a secluded prison come hospital come retirement home.
I dare say in this modern age you can imagine such a place may exist, but to this degree I just don't buy it.
Not sure what the last two pages were about, Im no royalist but really.
It's a big book and it was heavy going because it just lacked the hook to make it a real story, I only finished it because I don't like not finishing books that I start, but overall I thought it a poor effort from one of my favourite authors.
Having read it I sort of see why it might get heavily discounted. As is typical with Herbert's writing the story meanders along, and probably does concentrate a bit too much on descriptions or areas of the book that you could do without.
The horror side of it seems rushed, and for me that's where more description would have been welcome, but it seems it was not to be.
The story itself evolves into a horror (just) come outlandish tale of bad folks banished to a secluded prison come hospital come retirement home.
I dare say in this modern age you can imagine such a place may exist, but to this degree I just don't buy it.
Not sure what the last two pages were about, Im no royalist but really.
It's a big book and it was heavy going because it just lacked the hook to make it a real story, I only finished it because I don't like not finishing books that I start, but overall I thought it a poor effort from one of my favourite authors.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Dinalt
Format:Kindle Edition
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I'd been really looking forward to this book, as I've been a fan of James Herbert for years. I was also looking forward to another book that featured Ash, as he's a great character.
Tragically, this was also his last book - and since it's so bad, hopefully he won't be remembered for it. Seek out other previous works where he was at his peak.
Where to start. As a quick summary, Ash is hired (via his organisation) to investigate paranormal activity in a remote Scottish Castle. Once there it's revealed that many of the worlds worst people have paid exorbitant amounts of money for sanctuary. An assassin employed by the 'Inner Court' decides to blow the castle up.
Though simplistic, that really sums the book up in a few lines.
Given the length of time that 'Ash' was being written, I'd expected at least a good read - if not a masterpiece, a finale fitting to one of our greatest horror writers.
Instead of that, you get a far fetched plot (I realise horror/fantasy is always far fetched, but at least there's some basis in reality). Ash as a book requires you to suspend too much reality, and that means any horror or suspense is lost on the reader.
Also, by using 'real' people in the plot - Princess Diana, Lord Lucan, the Royal Family and a host of dictators (not to mention Hitlers love child), the book fails to impress.
Too much was thrown into this book, and the story seems rushed because of it. Wildcats the size of dogs (unbelievable), rats that don't do anything except run away, massive spiders that do nothing - every element for a horror story is in place, but they're never fully used.
The dialogue between characters is poor, and you never really care what happens to any of them.... Read more ›
I'd been really looking forward to this book, as I've been a fan of James Herbert for years. I was also looking forward to another book that featured Ash, as he's a great character.
Tragically, this was also his last book - and since it's so bad, hopefully he won't be remembered for it. Seek out other previous works where he was at his peak.
Where to start. As a quick summary, Ash is hired (via his organisation) to investigate paranormal activity in a remote Scottish Castle. Once there it's revealed that many of the worlds worst people have paid exorbitant amounts of money for sanctuary. An assassin employed by the 'Inner Court' decides to blow the castle up.
Though simplistic, that really sums the book up in a few lines.
Given the length of time that 'Ash' was being written, I'd expected at least a good read - if not a masterpiece, a finale fitting to one of our greatest horror writers.
Instead of that, you get a far fetched plot (I realise horror/fantasy is always far fetched, but at least there's some basis in reality). Ash as a book requires you to suspend too much reality, and that means any horror or suspense is lost on the reader.
Also, by using 'real' people in the plot - Princess Diana, Lord Lucan, the Royal Family and a host of dictators (not to mention Hitlers love child), the book fails to impress.
Too much was thrown into this book, and the story seems rushed because of it. Wildcats the size of dogs (unbelievable), rats that don't do anything except run away, massive spiders that do nothing - every element for a horror story is in place, but they're never fully used.
The dialogue between characters is poor, and you never really care what happens to any of them.... Read more ›
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Having read the first two books , haunting and ghosts of sleath both fantastic books, I felt let down by this last of the ash trilogy. It didn't have a gripping story and unlike the other two, I probably wouldn't read this again :(
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition
...not as bad as some reviews say. Yes, it could have been edited down a bit in places. Yes, some plot items could have been expanded on (Hitler's daughter...). No, the relationship between the two lead characters isn't written terribly well. But it is still readable.
If you have never read James Herbert book, don't start with this one. If you are a fan, read it with a forgiving heart.
If you have never read James Herbert book, don't start with this one. If you are a fan, read it with a forgiving heart.
27 of 31 people found the following review helpful
By D Austin
Format:Hardcover
I never thought James Herbert could write a book that i wouldn't like. I have always regarded him as a brilliant writer and after many eagerly awaited years, grabbed this book at the first opportunity. He starts in his usual style of building the stage to what you think is going to be a good read, only for you to be scratching you head half way through wondering where hes trying to go with the story. It was sadly to far fetched and the plot seemed to go off on tangents that left me wondering why some were added in the first place. :(
20 of 23 people found the following review helpful
By Mr
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
Like many of the other reviewers here, I love Herbert's early work- The Rats and The Fog were brilliant. What on earth was he thinking with one? A ghost story set in a castle sounded promising, but it turns out its really a haven for those that wish to disappear. We've got Lord Lucan, Gaddafi, a Serbian warlord, Nazis, Hitlers daughter(!!) and best of all Charles and Diana's deformed son and heir to the throne of England. The plot is dreadful, the dialogue could have been written by a 10 year old. Herbert tries to squeeze in as many fears as possible- plane crash, dungeons, rats, spiders, bats, drowning, or my personal favourites the man-eating feral cats. Why does Haelstrom hate Ash so much? Why does the aging hit-man want to blow the castle up? So many unanswered plot-lines. Ash and Delphine profess their undying love for each other within hours of meeting- it really is terrible.
Possibly the worse book I've ever read. Perhaps Herbert had a pressing tax demand and he had to rush someting out? This book cost 20p on my Kindle. I really was robbed.
Possibly the worse book I've ever read. Perhaps Herbert had a pressing tax demand and he had to rush someting out? This book cost 20p on my Kindle. I really was robbed.
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Ash
Really enjoyed reading this, even though I have never really been a fan of James Herbert's previous books. A good story
Published 3 days ago by Jennifer Gilbertson-Dann
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Iv been looking forword to the new j herbert book iv got every book by this man and iv never been disapointed by any of his books this one is up there with all of his best r.i. Read more
Published 4 days ago by billythekid
4.0 out of 5 stars
Ash- by James Herbert
A fantastic edge of the seat follow on for David Ash the ghost Hunter.
James Herbert never fails to deliver.
Would recommend this to all fans a brilliant read.
James Herbert never fails to deliver.
Would recommend this to all fans a brilliant read.
Published 7 days ago by Mark Hakim
4.0 out of 5 stars
Enjoyable whimsy.
I LOVE James Herbert and awaited this book for a long time. Although not his best - my favourites are The Magic Cottage & Ghosts of Sleath, I really enjoyed it. Read more
Published 10 days ago by Cuteboysmummy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Hard to stop to do other than read
I have always found James Herbert books ones very hard to put down when started and this is one of this quality
Published 11 days ago by Kevin Asbury
3.0 out of 5 stars
was ok
i did not think this book was as good as previous novels by this author. i felt that once we had been introduced to all the characters that some scenes were over lengthy
Published 14 days ago by jim5ooo
2.0 out of 5 stars
oh dear
What a painful book. Not that the plot was bad, but the execution was simply appalling. The dialogue was forced and cringeworthy; the characters dreadful and implausible. Read more
Published 14 days ago by Boo Car
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow a really good though provoking read.
Readers of James Hertbert will have come accross Ash, the main character before, he is emotionally battle scared from previouse tales of ghost fighting and lost love. Read more
Published 14 days ago by MFO
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not his best
if ever a book was based on name dropping then this is it! Shame because always looked forward ti Jame's books, no more alas and a shame to end on a low.
Published 15 days ago by radarman
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic... A fitting end to an era.
Fantastic... James Herbert at his very best.
I can't believe it will be his last, but strangely so it's as though he new because I could feel it in his words.. Read more
I can't believe it will be his last, but strangely so it's as though he new because I could feel it in his words.. Read more
Published 16 days ago by Mr J McDonald
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