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John Carpenter's Night Terrors: SOUR CANDY by Sandy King, Kealan Patrick Burke
5.0
dark tense fast-paced

I immensely enjoyed the original version of Sour Candy, and I love all of KPB's work in general, so I was very excited to see this get the graphic novel treatment — and friends, this spooky little piece does NOT disappoint!

I think this version and the novella are equally frightening in their own ways, but there's definitely an added element thanks to the disturbing artwork combined with the cute, yet twisted child at the center of the story. I thought this was a fantastic adaptation that didn't miss anything crucial from the original version, and can easily stand on its own if you're unfamiliar with the novella.

Whether you pick up this graphic novel or the novella (I recommend both!), Sour Candy is a modern classic in the indie horror world for good reason, and I strongly suggest it to anyone who wants a fresh twist on the "evil child" theme. 

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