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Crimson Peak: The Official Movie Novelization

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After a family tragedy, an aspiring author finds herself caught between the love of her childhood friend and the allure of a mysterious outsider. As she attempts to leave her haunted past behind, she is drawn to a house that seems to breathe, bleed, and remember its secrets. Crimson Peak weaves a tale rich in suspense, drama, mystery, horror, and romance within a gothic setting.
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This book is ideal for readers who enjoy atmospheric gothic horror with complex characters and a blend of romance and supernatural intrigue. Fans of gothic literature and del Toro's cinematic style will find this novelisation compelling.

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Embargoed to 13th October, Simultaneous Release In the aftermath of a family tragedy, an aspiring author is torn between love for her childhood friend andthe temptation of a mysterious outsider. Trying to escape the ghosts of her past, she is swept away to ahouse that breathes, bleeds...and remembers.

The official novelization of the next major project from critically acclaimed director Guillermo del Toro. Stars Mia Wasikowska (Alice in Wonderland), Charlie Hunnam (Pacific Rim), Tom Hiddleston (The Avengers) and Jessica Chastain (Interstellar). Guillermo del Toro is the director of many outstanding and critically acclaimed movies including Pan's Labyrinth, Hellboy and Pacific Rim. We will be producing a beautiful limited edition of the novelization for core del Toro fans.

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Embargoed to 13th October, Simultaneous Release

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VG Blogger praises the novel as "thick with atmosphere and full of suspense," deeming it essential for fans of gothic storytelling. Diabolique Magazine notes how the screenplay's flavour shines through with respect to del Toro and Robbins's work, with literary enhancements by Nancy Holder. The story "continues to beckon and entice" readers. City of Films calls it "very entertaining."

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ISBN: 9781783296293

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 October 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Books Ltd

Edition: Media tie-in

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 105.0mm

Height: 173.0mm

Weight: 176g

Pages: 320

About the Author

New York Times bestselling author Nancy Holder has written numerous Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel tie-in novels, as well as co-authoring the first two Buffy Watcher’s Guides. A four-time winner of the Bram Stoker Award, she is the author of dozens of novels, short stories, and essays on writing and popular culture.

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