Thanks to Harper Audio & NetGalley for providing an audio ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I LOVED Clark's last book, Penance, so I was excited to read her short stories. This book does not disappoint. Not every story hits its mark; but the vast majority are pretty wonderful. I especially enjoyed "The King" series, which is read by Clark herself, who captures the tone of her protagonist perfectly. That story is horrific yet wildly funny, as are many of these (some more absurd than funny, I suppose). "Hollow Bones" also stands out as very accessible speculative fiction that I can envision as a movie - a very, very unsettling movie.

There are some subtle bits of feminism woven in (and some not so subtle, haha) and Clark does a good job of navigating gender constructs (see "She's Always Hungry" for more - it's sort of an "Egalia's Daughters" by the sea, with some horror element tossed in for a healthy wallop of dread).

I might have to backtrack and read "Boy Parts" now, despite its reputation as a feminist "American Psycho." Ick!

Anxiously awaiting Clark's next book - 4 enthusiastic stars for the writing and for the excellent assemblage of voice actors

This book of short stories ranges from the painfully relatable to hilariously outlandish and I loved every minute. The group of narrators really helped set the tone of each story, and to differentiate between them- though unlike many short story anthologies, I found this collections stories to be wholly distinguishable. I will be recommending this to everyone I know who looks to dry humor when the things get dark.

Eliza Clark's audiobook She's Always Hungry is a captivating blend of dark humor, body horror, and speculative fiction. This collection of short stories delves deeply into themes of hunger, both literal and metaphorical, spanning diverse settings and characters. From coastal horror to eco-dystopias, the stories explore humanity's deepest desires and fears with unsettling originality.

The narration by a talented cast, including Kevin Shen and Natalie Simpson, enhances the listening experience, drawing out the emotional and eerie undertones of each tale. Whether following a woman infected by an alien parasite or unraveling the secrets of a haunting coastal community, each story is a unique and thought-provoking journey. Fans of Eliza Clark's Boy Parts will appreciate her sharp prose and ability to balance the grotesque with moments of dark comedy and insight into human nature​.

Overall, I give this audiobook 3 stars. I liked some of the short stories but a lot of them I did not enjoy.

I can’t believe this was my first Eliza Clark book! I’ve had her other books on my TBR for years (quite literally), so glad I finally finished one, even if it’s unlike her other books (a short story collection vs. a novel).

Short story collections aren’t necessarily my favorite, but they were entertaining via audiobook. Entertaining and a bit confusing, but I digress. I’d recommend it!

(Thank you, Harper Audio and NetGalley, for the ARC and audiobook ARC in exchange for my honest review.)