Ray Bradbury's Something Wicked This Way Comes is a dark fantasy following two young boys who encounter a sinister traveling carnival that arrives in their small Illinois town. Bradbury weaves together coming-of-age themes with supernatural horror, exploring the nature of evil, the loss of innocence, and the battle between light and darkness. More than a horror novel, it's a lyrical meditation on childhood, temptation, and the choices that define who we become.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because Bradbury understood that the scariest monsters are the ones that promise us exactly what we want. This novel captures the bittersweet moment when childhood ends, wrapped in prose so beautiful it almost hurts.

DETAILS: • Author: Ray Bradbury • Publisher: Simon & Schuster • Format: Paperback • Publication Date: October 24, 2017 • ISBN: 9781501167713 • Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days