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Twins of Evil
by
Shaun Hutson
Karnstein Castle stands like a bird of prey on the highest point of the hills that surround the village below. A huge monolithic reminder to all those who see it of the power of the family who have lived there for centuries.
By day the village of Karnstein is a peaceful place, but by night, an unimaginable evil roams free. Villagers are found dead, their throats ripped open...more
By day the village of Karnstein is a peaceful place, but by night, an unimaginable evil roams free. Villagers are found dead, their throats ripped open...more
Paperback, 400 pages
Published
October 6th 2011
by Hammer
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First things first: I was very suspicious, when I heard this author was chosen to novelize my beloved Hammer classic, costume Gothic abouth two young girls - one pure, one evil little bully - amidst the vampires and witch-hunters in old Styria. Thankfully, my fears were evaporated, when a book turned to be faithful to old Hammer, known - like author said in his introduction - for it´s Gothic splendor. I loved nods to other Hammer classics, including fun cameo roles of Gerard and Marianne Harcour...more
The novel that introduced me to Shaun Hutson, possibly one of the finest British authors of horror still around today. Though this book is disappointing for various reasons, it was a nice introduction for a new reader of Hutson's work. It provoked me to read his earlier novels, so it nailed its job completely.
Twins of Evil is based on the Hammer Horror classic, but also expands on stories to create a fuller read. It isn't terribly exciting, but it keeps you reading, a ploy Hutson knows a lot abo...more
Twins of Evil is based on the Hammer Horror classic, but also expands on stories to create a fuller read. It isn't terribly exciting, but it keeps you reading, a ploy Hutson knows a lot abo...more
I really enjoy this book, it was a fresh take on the vampire myth but is a very nice hommage to the daddy of all vampires, Dracula. It incorprates Gothic, religion and superisition brilliantly, weaving all three with vamprism like a dream or should that be nightmare!!
The main characters lack one thing, a back story. Why was Gustav so fanatical in his religious belief? How did the twins parents really die? Was it Freida who did it, which was why she accepted being a vampiee so easily? So many que...more
The main characters lack one thing, a back story. Why was Gustav so fanatical in his religious belief? How did the twins parents really die? Was it Freida who did it, which was why she accepted being a vampiee so easily? So many que...more
Re-telling of the Hammer horror film 'Twins Of Evil'.
Karnstein Castle is home of Count Karnstein whose family have been the subject of much fear and speculation for centuries, dominating the small town of Karnstein.
Two beautiful sisters arrive undre the care of their Puritan Uncle who is trying to rid the area of witches and witchcraft. In a completely over the top manner, any woman suspected is immediately burnt at the stake.
Whilst he is struggling to do so, one of his daughters gets involved w...more
Karnstein Castle is home of Count Karnstein whose family have been the subject of much fear and speculation for centuries, dominating the small town of Karnstein.
Two beautiful sisters arrive undre the care of their Puritan Uncle who is trying to rid the area of witches and witchcraft. In a completely over the top manner, any woman suspected is immediately burnt at the stake.
Whilst he is struggling to do so, one of his daughters gets involved w...more
I hadn't realised this was a "Hammer" book when I borrowed it from the library so it was not the usual Hutson writing that I expected. Having said that, I love Hammer films and could see this one being brilliantly acted in my head whilst reading!!
Used to love Hammer Horror! Remember watching the film ages ago. Decent story. Enjoyed it.
Needs some cleansing, but otherwise the story had wonderfully Gothic fairytale feeling.
Boring story lines
One of my favourite Hammer films, but I gave up on the book after a couple of chapters.
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British horror novelist, including horror and urban thriller novels.
His novelle "Slugs" was made into a movie, although Hutson didn`t like the movie. He also appeared in two horror movies himself.
Hutson is a Liverpool F.C. fan.
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His novelle "Slugs" was made into a movie, although Hutson didn`t like the movie. He also appeared in two horror movies himself.
Hutson is a Liverpool F.C. fan.
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