"Bobby Singer's Guide to Hunting the Supernatural: A Guide by David Reed"

Mark: I really enjoyed this book! I also bought the hard copy version, because I enjoy holding books as well. This was worth obtaining both versions. The book took me along as though I was within the story. I am happy with my purchases.

United States on Apr 10, 2023

Raven Winchester: Got this as supernatural is one of my favourite shows and i would reccomend this if you're looking to add to your collection of supernatural merch

United Kingdom on Nov 14, 2022

Nelly: The paperback book is okay. Content is not exactly what I expected. Cover is thin and can be damaged easily. I am searching for a cover to keep Bobby Singers Guide in collectible condition.

United States on Sep 10, 2022

Dawn: Lovely little book a must have for any supernatural fan

United Kingdom on Jul 20, 2022

Aline Pedrozo Araldi: Perfeito!! Chegou bem embalado, antes do prazo fornecido!! Minha filha amou!!

Brazil on Jan 19, 2022

Mitch: I LOVE Supernatural. I adore it. I've analysed the characters and episodes and I love it so much.

that being said; what I've read of this book is incredibly weak and that saddens me, because Bobby is one of my favourite characters, and while I plan to read the rest of the book and finish it, it IS weak. if you aren't dedicated to the show or fandom, possibly don't read it.

United Kingdom on Aug 30, 2021

Marco747: Trotz der durchwegs guten Rezensionen hier habe ich lange gezögert, ob ich mir das Buch bestellen soll, oder nicht. Als es dann ankam, wollte ich einfach mal ein paar Seiten anlesen. Aus dem Anlesen wurde dann ein Durchlesen in quasi einem Zug. Ich konnte das Buch nicht mehr wirklich weglegen.
Der Schreibstil ist wirklich als ob Bobby selbst es geschrieben hätte, man merkt hier jederzeit, dass der Autor an der Serie (zumindest eine Zeit lang) mitgearbeitet hat. Wortwahl, Jargon und Grammatik sind wie von Bobby in der Serie.
Was ich ein klein wenig schade finde, ist, dass die Omaha-Geschichte sehr kurz ist. Nachdem in der Serie zwischen Bobby und Rufus dieses Thema zur Sprache kam, habe ich mich sehr gefreut, dass es im Buch genauer erklärt werden sollte. Eine Erklärung auf 2 Seiten war mir persönlich aber zu kurz. Ansonsten hat mir das Buch durchgehend gefallen, ich werde es sicher bald nochmal lesen.

Germany on Jun 22, 2016

Amanda Smith: Bobby is one of my favorite characters in the series, and I feel like this book captured his voice almost perfectly, and in the spots that were just "almost", I forgave it pretty readily. It explained certain things about Bobby and his past, and it broke my heart and made me laugh and I was utterly pleased.

There are lots of pictures in it, which is thrilling to me. They make it a treat to read. I love the way the cover is designed too, it looks nice and the text and picture are shiny and slightly raised, so I like to stare at it and run my fingers over it (but I'm easily amused).

====SLIGHT SPOILERS!====

Now, because I've seen season 7, I initially thought this book was about a different "24 hours to live" than it is (book takes place at the end of season 6), which made the explanation of what's going on confusing to the point of shock for me. On the second read through, everything made much more sense. This would not have been an issue if season 7 had not gone like it had, probably.

There are a few things in this book that clash with an episode in season 7, but if you wiggle around somewhere between the book and the episode, you might be able to find...

United States on May 21, 2013

Ficwriter1966: I was told by a friend whose opinion I trust that I *had* to buy this book - and I'm so glad I did!

I've read all the Supernatural tie-in works and have had mixed opinions about them; they've ranged from outright horrible to good, solid fun. This one is the first tie-in that actually moved me to tears. (And yes, in a good way.)

Mr. Reed has Bobby's voice nailed - you can truly hear Jim Beaver speaking as you read. The book's premise is, something that happened during a case is causing Bobby to lose his memory, so he's writing everything down "just in case." Some of the material we're familiar with from having seen it happen on the show, or mentioned in passing; there's also fresh, new backstory, including a couple of Bobby's early cases, told in a way that keeps the reader urgently turning pages to find out what happens next. All the important relationships in Bobby's life are explored: his late wife, Rufus, the Winchesters, and it all feels very *real*. As a bonus, the last couple of chapters are narrated by Dean, and Mr. Reed has his voice down pat as well.

The only fault I can find with the book (if you can call it a fault) is that it's short, and a very...

United States on Sep 30, 2011

Kelex: I pre-ordered this book with somewhat low(er) expectations than most; I have the Supernatural encyclopedia of demons and monsters, and while that was very lore-informative, the voices weren't quite right, and there were a few little quibbles I had with the layout and such.

I don't have those with this. David Reed gets the Bobby Singer voice. If not perfectly (because there are a few places where I go "uh... okay, not Bobby") then pretty close, because it's comfortable to read it. The sections on Bobby's wife Karen are excellent, not only because they match what was said on the show, but expound on it in a logical manner. The book also deals with Bobby and Rufus, Bobby and the Winchesters, and all the kinds of things that Bobby goes through on a relatively "normal" day in addition to all that he knows about hunting. There's also background on the Colt, the Knife, Dean's amulet, and most of the creepy things they've come up against.

Casual watchers of the show might be a little lost; Bobby makes many references to the things that have happened up through the sixth (at the time of this review, most current) season as well as a couple of cases that Sam and Dean have...

United States on Sep 06, 2011