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A review by mrsjtosh
Psycho by Robert Bloch
4.0
I don't know why it has taken me so long to read this book, as I have seen the film quite a few times.
If I am honest, I am slightly disappointed with the book. I thought it was going to be more gruesome and scary, and even have more victims. The genius of Alfred Hitchcock obviously took this story to another level when it got to the silver screen. Not sure what that says about me!
I guess we need to remember this book was first published in 1959. I am sure in those days the book was horrifying and a revelation.
Whilst reading the story I can't help but hear the sound effects from the movie in my head. Especially the famous shower knife scene.
If I am honest, I am slightly disappointed with the book. I thought it was going to be more gruesome and scary, and even have more victims. The genius of Alfred Hitchcock obviously took this story to another level when it got to the silver screen. Not sure what that says about me!
I guess we need to remember this book was first published in 1959. I am sure in those days the book was horrifying and a revelation.
Whilst reading the story I can't help but hear the sound effects from the movie in my head. Especially the famous shower knife scene.