The Omen by David Seltzer

272 pages first pub 1976 (editions)

fiction classics horror dark mysterious tense fast-paced
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Now updated, this classic tale of the antichrist who comes to Earth in the form of a young boy is available in time for 20th Century Fox's contemporary remake of the 1976 classic film, starring Liev Schreiber, Julia Stiles, and Mia Farrow, schedul...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,203 reviews

Moods

dark 98%
tense 77%
mysterious 59%
sad 25%
emotional 18%
challenging 11%
adventurous 9%
reflective 3%
hopeful 1%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 57%
fast 35%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 59% | A mix: 27% | Character: 13%

Strong character development?

No: 46% | It's complicated: 32% | Yes: 20% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 5% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 82% | Yes: 9% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 59% | No: 24% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.71

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