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Dark Harvest

Norman Partridge
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Dark Harvest

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Norman Partridge

Dark Harvest

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

169

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Small Midwestern Town • 1960s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Dark Harvest by Norman Partridge presents a chilling Halloween tale set in a small Midwestern town. Each October, townspeople participate in an ominous ritual involving a pumpkin-headed creature called the October Boy. The story follows a young protagonist navigating this intense and dangerous tradition, exploring themes of fear, survival, and the pull between freedom and conformity.

Dark

Mysterious

Unnerving

Suspenseful

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

3.8

13,882 ratings

57%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dark Harvest by Norman Partridge captivates with its atmospheric prose and compelling narrative, weaving horror with small-town dynamics. Critics praise its vivid imagery and suspenseful pacing. However, some note the character development could be deeper. Overall, it’s a gripping and unique entry in the horror genre, perfect for fans seeking a chilling read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dark Harvest?

A reader who enjoys Dark Harvest by Norman Partridge likely appreciates eerie, atmospheric horror with a nostalgic touch. Fans of Stephen King's It or Ray Bradbury's Something Wicked This Way Comes will be drawn to its blend of suspense and small-town mythology. This book suits readers who crave intense and darkly imaginative tales.

3.8

13,882 ratings

57%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

169

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Small Midwestern Town • 1960s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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