Exploration of the Slasher Genre

The interview discusses the novel's unique perspective of a slasher, specifically focusing on Tali Driver, a teenage boy navigating the complexities of his identity and fate. The protagonist is involved in a dark series of events that lead him to kill, a role he struggles to accept, reflecting on the horror genre's tropes from a new angle. Drawing inspiration from classic horror films, particularly 'The Wolfman,' the evolution of Tali into a slasher mirrors the transformation of characters in horror narratives, offering an insight into their inner turmoil and motivations. This exploration aims to humanize the slasher archetype, emphasizing that even the killers in these stories grapple with their decisions and the black-and-white morality of their actions.