This is definitely a horror book with real horror elements, but as with all the best horror, the real horror comes from the people.
Calder is an odd, solitary person who has already been damaged by the world and its people. Somehow he becomes obsessed with a bird he wants to adopt, even though the bird is... well, more vicious than friendly.
Calder encounters obstacles to his forever after with the bird, and people are shown in their worst light. But it's Calder's sad journey that brings out the maximum horror.
This is a short book but unexpectedly heart-rending
Thanks to NetGalley for letting me read this

4 stars

This was a strange yet enjoyable book. I wasn’t quite sure what I was getting into when I started it, but it definitely exceeded my expectations. It is a lot deeper than I would have originally thought, and will stick with me for a long time I suspect.

A gripping and unconventional tale that delves deep into the complexities of human-animal relationships. The story revolves around Calder, a man who decides to break free from his addiction to television by adopting a parrot. What follows is a rollercoaster of emotions as Calder's life takes a dark and unexpected turn due to his feisty "lovebird."

The author masterfully explores the theme of obsession and the blurred lines between human and animal behavior. The tension in the narrative keeps you on the edge of your seat, and the unexpected twists will leave you pondering the nature of love and connection.

Hold onto your feathers, folks, because Calder's Last Gasp is one wild and wacky ride! This ain't your typical pet story, let me tell ya. Calder, our fearless hero, decides to kick his TV addiction to the curb and brings home a parrot instead. But who knew this little "lovebird" would turn his life into a total circus?

I mean, this parrot ain't no Polly wanna cracker kinda bird. It's more like Polly wanna chaos! Calder goes through a month of parrot-induced mayhem, and you won't believe the crazy stuff that happens. But here's the kicker – he actually goes back to rescue this feathered nightmare. Will he survive the birdpocalypse? That's the million-dollar question. Calder's Last Gasp is a jaw-dropping, mind-bending adventure that'll keep you squawking for more. Get ready for a reading experience like no other!