Footsucker

by Geoff Nicholson

Book Overview

Geoff Nicholson, the reigning master of obsessive black literary humor, brings us his riskiest novel yet, delving into the erotic world of a foot fetishist. Nicholson's unnamed narrator is a serious... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0879516801
• ISBN13: 9780879516802
• Release Date: October 1996
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.3" x 9.3"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

Some people are soo insecure

I have to admit it was quite a few years ago that I read this book but it left a lasting impression on me. No, I have yet to develop any sort of foot fetish but i recall the heightened awareness of never looking at another person's feet quite the same way again. In fact, i would have to say it instilled in me a deeper appreciation and adimiration for the human foot and the process of buying a new pair of shoes has never been quite the same. Afterall, what does your shoes say about you? Not for the faint of heart, Geoff Nicholson promises to drive you deep into the world of fetishism. Embrace the journey, because allowing yourself to enjoy this book doesn't make you a sicko.

Spiked Heel Diaries, the book.

This is quite a delightful little book. Despite what some of the reviews might say, it's very humerous in a generally light and almost chirpy sort of way. The hero remains likeable and upbeat despite whatever pervy behavior he might be describing and his great lady friend is, despite some initially sinister intimations quite the sanest and most reasonable person in the book. The author, Mr. Nicholson, has obviously done his research on the subject and provides such a detailed account of the vagaries of foot love that one begins to wonder about his own proclivities. The only problem I have with the book is that Catherine is a little flat and underwritten. I have heard that the book has been optioned for a film but, seeing no reference to it on the IMDb, I wonder how true that is. I could quite well see a film of this being made which, if cleverly cut, could easily pass for an R if not an NC-17 rating. It would be something like Crash, but a whole lot funnier and more fun. Biggest problem, though, would be the casting. Ralph Fiennes and Catherine Keener would be great, but I doubt they'd be caught dead peforming any of the books various, um, activities on film.

a must for anyone who's into female feet

Excelent. I had to read it all at once. A very good example of the foot fetishist as well as an interesting set of thoughts about the subject. I guess I could see myself in the shoes of the main character, so much that it could be a description of myself.

enjoyable reading, a page-turner

A witty and sober view of the balance between sexual needs and social normalcy. The narrator is constantly conscious about the balance and conflicts between the two. A fine work with a kinky overtone. Taught me everything I ever need to know about foot fetish.

Wonderful black comedy from a contemporary Brit master

As a skillful storyteller of modern obsessions, Nicholson introduces thr reader to the inner thoughts of a foot fetishist. Similar to The Food Chain and Hunters and Gatherers, his prose is simple and fluid. His descriptions are intimate and affectionate (especially on the subject of the female foot), leading the reader to suspect that the subject is one with which the author is thoroughly familiar. Overall, a pleasurable and erotic read.