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Synopsis
(From the [publisher][1]) The nightmare continues . . . You remember Norman Bates, the shy motel manager with the fatal mother fixation. Now, years after his horrific bout of butchery, Norman is at large again. Breaking free from the psycho ward, he cuts a shocking swath of blood all the way to Hollywood--where, it so happens, they are making a movie about Norman s life and crimes. A movie that suddenly and terrifyingly becomes a lot like real life. ([Wikipedia][2]) Psycho II is a 1982 novel that Robert Bloch wrote as a sequel to his 1959 novel Psycho. The novel was completed before the screenplay was written for the unrelated 1983 film Psycho II. According to Bloch, Universal Pictures loathed the novel, which was intended to critique Hollywood splatter films. A different story was created for the film and Bloch was not invited to any screenings. Universal suggested that Bloch abandon his novel, which he declined and released anyway to good sales. [1]: http://www.amazon.com/Psycho-II-Trilogy-Book/dp/1433257181 [2]: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psycho_II_(novel)
Psycho II: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This horror sequel follows escaped psychotic killer Norman Bates on a graphic murder spree to Hollywood. Contains explicit violence, gore, disturbing mental illness themes, and strong language throughout.
What to know going in
This book has graphic violence, moderate sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include graphic violence, gore, murder, and death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
This is not appropriate for children or teens.