Although I was sent a sampler I am giving my review of the full book.

She’s Always Hungry by Eliza Clark i’s one of the most darkly captivating short story collections I’ve ever read. Every story pushes boundaries in ways that are equal parts uncomfortable, thought-provoking, and wildly entertaining. Clark has this sharp, unapologetic way of writing that makes each tale impossible to look away from, no matter how eerie or grotesque things get.

The collection explores human cravings—whether for love, beauty, validation, or control—and the extreme, often shocking lengths people will go to satisfy them. One of the stories that stuck with me was Build a Body Like Mine, where a woman takes the pursuit of the “perfect” body to horrifying extremes. It’s a searing commentary on societal pressures around body image, but it’s also disturbingly creative. Another standout is The Shadow Over Little Chitaly, told entirely through online reviews of a strange fusion restaurant. It’s funny, creepy, and brilliantly satirical—a perfect example of Clark’s ability to blend humor and horror seamlessly.

What I loved most about this collection is how bold it feels. The author doesn’t shy away from exploring uncomfortable themes, but she does it with such wit and sharpness that you can’t help but be drawn in. Her writing is visceral and often grotesque, but it’s also deeply clever, with layers of meaning beneath the surface of each story.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for sending a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Brilliant, as ever from Clark. Was sad to see this was just a sampler but had me eagerly anticipating the full book. Loved the inventive formatting of the reviews!

Thank you NetGalley for sending me this sample. Just by the first story, it seems like a promising collection. I am looking forward for this humor thought the book.

boring and lacked depth!! where was this even going?? disappointed is an understatement!! maybe next time, eliza clark, normally love her work

Eliza Clark strikes again with this one! Although just a sample, I adored everything about this short story. Using a series of reviews (typos and all) for the pizzeria was super engaging and the ending left me wanting to know everything about this mysterious, omnipresent place. I’m super keen for the rest of the book!

I didn't realize this was just a sampler - but it was a great tease! Waiting for my copy in the mail and can't wait to see more of the wonders (and horrors) lurking in Clark's brain.

Yet another phenomenal book from Eliza Clark. I do wish it was more than just a sampler because its left me needing more, especially if I'm able to give a more in depth review.

I waited so i could read all the book in one go and i knew i'd love it. There were an interesting variety of characters and i found them interesting to explore in their respective stories. The settings were wildly different but all stories offered a look at the different or grotesque. The writing was so easy to read and i read this in one go. This is definitely my favourite short story collection i've read in recent years!

Ok so I have never read Clark's writing prior to this. I had hoped to familiarize myself with her work through this ARC but did not notice that this was only an excerpt consisting of one short story titled "The Shadow Over Little Chitaly". It was a fun and funny read but I don't really know what to make of it, to be honest. It ties well with the book's title, though. 3.5 stars.

It was a very odd short story, however I am intrigued. It’s wrote like a review page which is very unique, I don’t know what to make of the story though… I will definitely read the other stories though

This was just a sampler but I will definitely be giving the full collection of short stories a try. I love how Eliza Clark experiments with the ways to tell a story. This sample, the short story was told entirely through restaurant reviews and was pretty amusing. Gave me Welcome to Night Vale vibes

I requested this sampler as I did this with Clark’s Penance too and it ended up paying dividends as I was eventually sent the full book too. Sadly not this time but I will absolutely be buying it after reading this short story. Surreal and hilarious, I knew from Boy Parts that Clark would become one of our strongest and most original contemporary writers and I was correct. Her mind ugh

So, so bizarre.

Like what have I just read? But also, I want to continue. I think?

A very unique read to say the least

I loved this sample of She’s Always Hungry, I absolutely now need to go and purchase the full book as I’m so intrigued as to what this story’s was about and where it is was going.

She’s Always Hungry is a collection of dark and daring short stories that highlight Eliza Clark’s bold and unique voice in contemporary UK fiction. Each tale explores themes of desire, obsession, and the surreal, woven with Clark’s signature dark humour. The writing is undeniably compelling, and the originality shines through, yet I found myself wanting more from these stories.

Many of the intriguing premises felt just a bit too brief, leaving me with a sense of incompleteness that was especially disappointing as a fan of her previous work. While this collection solidifies Clark’s talent, I just wish these stories had taken that extra step to feel truly complete.

I will read anything Eliza Clark writes! Now bought the full version so really looking forward to getting stuck in

I really need to read the whole thing now. I love Eliza Clark's writing. Thank you to Netgalley, the publisher and the author for a free e-arc copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I can’t wait to read the full size version of this when it comes out, I really enjoyed my time with this one.

Having now read this collection, this story is definitely my favourite.
Weird and wonderful from Eliza Clark, hands down one of my favourite writers.

Sampler was good. I really enjoyed these stories by Eliza Clark. I’ve been following her running care this entire time so if you like body horror, you’re going to love this.