In Christopher Moore's ingenious debut novel, we meet one of the most memorably mismatched pairs in the annals of literature. The good-looking one is one-hundred-year-old ex-seminarian and ""roads"" scholar Travis O'Hearn. The green one is Catch, a demon with a nasty habit of eating most of the people he meets. Behind the fake Tudor facade of Pine Cove, California, Catch sees a four-star buffet. Travis, on the other hand, thinks he sees a way of ridding himself of his toothy traveling companion. The winos, neo-pagans, and deadbeat Lotharios of Pine Cove, meanwhile, have other ideas. And none of them is quite prepared when all hell breaks loose.
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"I finally got around to Moore's first book -- A great introduction to Pine Cove (a reoccurring setting in Moore's books) and some great characters we see again in his books. Definitely got me itching to read his other works I haven't read yet. "
— Ryan (4 out of 5 stars)
“Practical Demonkeeping is joyously absurd, managing as it does to build a story of real warmth around a flesh-eating demon… Oliver Wyman handles the numerous characters with ease and considerable talent for mimicry as the Californian misfits are joined by an Arabian djinn, the fruity English-accented HP, and, of course, the demon himself, voiced with larynx-lacerating menace and mischief.”
— AudioFile" I liked the premise of this book, but then the whole thing was just awful and gross and ehrg. I finished it, but that was mostly because I didnt have internet for a week and was cooped up in a little beach house with nothing to do. "
— Sarah, 2/15/2014" Great fun! What an imagination Moore has! "
— Fred, 1/26/2014" This was a fun read, easy quick and fairly good story. It's my first Christopher Moore book, but since all my friends like his books I figured I'd give it a shot. It was good enough that I will work on reading his other books. "
— Crystal, 1/21/2014" typical moore, enticing, funny, spiritual and eccentric "
— Chris, 1/11/2014" Strange enough book alright, not exactly laugh out loud, more of a good few sniggers. I did enjoy it though, something different from the usual stuff I read. "
— Sharon, 1/1/2014" this man delights me so very, very much "
— Christopher, 12/29/2013" Practical Demonkeeping by Christopher Moore (1992) "
— Vanessa, 12/20/2013" I believe that this is his first, and definitely one of his best if for no other reason than that the visuals come at you so unexpectedly. I would recommend this or Bloodsucking Fiends as your first Moore experience... "
— Robb, 11/22/2013" Christopher Moore...always a good time! "
— Kelli, 10/11/2013" Moore's first book. It's just a warm-up for what is to come as he continues writing. "
— Katie, 10/8/2013" Moore's first book, I think. A breezy, occasionally humorous read. Not where I would start if you haven't read any Moore. Better to start with A Dirty Job, a superior work in every way. "
— David, 9/6/2013" I read this "series" out of order but still loved it! "
— Pamela, 7/28/2013" This was better than some of his others that I've read recently, although stil not close to my favorite, "A Dirty Job." "
— Tara, 7/4/2013" Original and funny. Lots of fun; I will be reading more of Mr. Moore...for sure :o). "
— Adam, 5/6/2013" Entertaining and a quick read. A standard Christopher Moore book. "
— Esessler, 12/3/2012" definitely not as good as Fool but enjoyable. "
— Michãel, 10/22/2012" I can't say it was bad, because it's Chris Moore and he was still funny, but this was not my favorite by far. It's a different humor than later books, and I can tell its his early work. "
— Carolyn, 7/20/2012" For the full review -- including some lovely, f-word-laden digressions -- follow the link to That's What She Read. "
— Alaina, 7/14/2012" Love Christopher Moore and this didn't disappoint. "
— Rebecca, 4/17/2012" Christopher Moore is a treasure. He and Carl Hiaasen are of the same ilk. I liked 'Practical Demonkeeping', but it does not come close to 'Lamb.' I'd recommend both. "
— Jenn, 11/22/2011" An early Moore book--Still demented and funny, but not my favorite. "
— Darla, 9/30/2011" It's like a super twisted Elmore Leonard book. "
— JW, 8/28/2011" Weird and uncomfortable in many a spot. Curiosity lead me to finish the book. "
— Holly, 6/19/2011" Or, How I Began My (Fictional) Love Affair with Christopher Moore and his demented world.... "
— Arlene, 6/12/2011" It was a fun little read. My only problem was that I didn't really like any of the characters. Does that mean I hated the book? Or did the author achieve what they wanted to? The focal point was a devious demon. "
— Wendy, 6/11/2011" *Spoiler Alert*<br/><br/>So far? It's definitely typical Christopher Moore humor. His characters are well thought out, down to the guy being munched on at the end of the first chapter. I've barely cracked open the book so a full review will be in order as soon as I'm done. "
— Yvette, 6/7/2011" Not my fab Christopher Moore book, but it was still fairly entertaining "
— Jenny, 6/1/2011" His writing style and way with words and amusing visuals is incredible! "
— Kasi, 5/31/2011" This is his debut novel and you can see many of his themes first explored. I enjoyed it like I have most of his novels. Great vacation read. "
— Marc, 5/21/2011" I liked it but it did not carry me like Blood Sucking Fiends: A Love Story, the first Christopher Moore book I read. It was hard at times keeping all the threads of the story straight but the absurd character humor was still present and enjoyable. "
— Nojh, 5/5/2011" I only want to say Christopher Moore, I love you! <br/> <br/>How can you not love a book or it's author when all you do is smile throughout the entire thing? "
— Rose, 5/2/2011" Christopher Moore is such a fun writer. His characters are quirky, flawed and hilarious and relatable "
— Donald, 5/2/2011Christopher Moore writes satirical fiction. Known for his colorful characters and imaginative story lines, he has gained a cult following for his books, many of which have become New York Times bestsellers.
Oliver Wyman is an actor and award-winning audiobook narrator. He has won five Audie Awards from the Audio Publisher’s Association, fourteen Earphone Awards, and two Listen Up Awards from Publisher’s Weekly. He was named a 2008 Best Voice in Nonfiction & Culture by AudioFile magazine. He has appeared on stage as well as in film and television, and he is a veteran voice actor who can be heard in numerous cartoons and video games. He is one of the founders of New York City’s Collective Unconscious theater, and his performances include the award-winning “reality play” Charlie Victor Romeo and A. R. McElhinney’s cult classic film A Chronicle of Corpses.