Josh's Reviews > Halloween: The Official Movie Novelization

Enjoyed the film, loved the novelization.

This book fits perfectly with the core themes of the Halloween series; tension, dread, horror, action – everything just works.

The novelization of Halloween feels more in-depth than it’s Hollywood counterpart; from the Shape’s inner monologue to the clear and present danger he evokes in the sights of his victims. The book reads like a 80’s slasher with that omnipresent menace waiting to unleash hell at any given moment (and believe me, there are many, many moments!).

Perhaps my gushing praise in somewhat rose-tinted due to the fact it’s been around 12-18 months since I watched the film, however I don’t necessarily believe this to be the case. The characters, from perennial series protagonist Laurie Strode down to Dr. Sartain (the psychiatrist obsessed with Michael Myers) are very well written and with their respective introspective narrative adding to what is already a solid story.

Perfect for 80’s horror fans.