A Fan’s Notes has, in place of a linear story, these three unifying elements: The author’s addictions to high-flown humor, alcohol, and the New York Giants.
Whether it’s interviewing Madonna, traveling with a rowdy soccer team, or covering the Republican Convention, Martin Amis has an artist’s eye and a lucid pen.
Ligotti’s style should be savored, not devoured like literary fast-food. And I suggest reading one story at a time; they need to sink in, which they will do.
Bad asses like Entombed, Fear Factory, Fudge Tunnel, and the gods of Sepultura can all be found grinning, growling, and sportin’ their stylin’ tattoos.