Woah. I'd already seen the movie (and own it), so I know what this book would entail. It's graphic and visceral and I winced at times while I read it. However, it's an eerie and mysterious novel that has a good narrative. It has a couple of great characters who are very, very different but I came to love them both. Unfortunately the writing veers into corny territory at times, but I can see the potential for Heim and his future writing. Look forward to reading something else by him at some point.

Only recommended if you can take disturbing fare. I highly recommend the film, too. Again, disturbing.