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Something Wicked This Way Comes
Book • 1962
Ray Bradbury's "Something Wicked This Way Comes" is a dark fantasy novel that follows two young boys, Jim Nightshade and William Halloway, who encounter a mysterious carnival that arrives in their town.
The carnival offers tempting but dangerous deals, leading the boys on a journey of self-discovery and confronting their deepest fears.
The novel explores themes of good versus evil, temptation, and the passage of time.
Bradbury's evocative prose and unsettling atmosphere create a captivating and unsettling reading experience.
The story is a timeless exploration of childhood, adolescence, and the power of dark forces.
The carnival offers tempting but dangerous deals, leading the boys on a journey of self-discovery and confronting their deepest fears.
The novel explores themes of good versus evil, temptation, and the passage of time.
Bradbury's evocative prose and unsettling atmosphere create a captivating and unsettling reading experience.
The story is a timeless exploration of childhood, adolescence, and the power of dark forces.
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