Can you recommend some adult halloween novels?

One modern adult Halloween novel is 'The Halloween Tree' by Ray Bradbury. It weaves a spooky and magical tale around the traditions of Halloween.

One great halloween young adult novel is 'The Graveyard Book' by Neil Gaiman. It tells the story of a boy raised in a graveyard among the ghosts. Another is 'Anna Dressed in Blood' by Kendare Blake, which has a spooky and thrilling plot involving a haunted girl. And 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children' by Ransom Riggs is also a popular choice, with its strange and mysterious characters.

I would also suggest 'The Exorcist' by William Peter Blatty. It's a terrifying account of demonic possession. The vivid descriptions of the possessed girl and the battle against the evil spirit make it a very intense read for Halloween.

Agatha Christie's 'Hallowe'en Party' is a good choice. The story is set around a halloween party where a murder occurs. Christie's brilliant plotting and character development make it a classic mystery. There are various suspects and motives that keep you guessing until the end.

There is also 'Haunted Hearts on Halloween'. This novel is set in a haunted town during Halloween. The main characters are drawn to each other while exploring the spooky happenings in the town. The author does a great job of creating an atmosphere that is both scary and romantic at the same time.

One great Halloween novel is 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' by Washington Irving. It's a classic that features the iconic Headless Horseman. Another is 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker. The story of the vampire Dracula is full of mystery and horror, perfect for Halloween. And 'Frankenstein' by Mary Shelley also fits well. It explores themes of creation and monstrosity which are very Halloween - esque.

These novels usually incorporate more mature relationships. There could be elements of romance or complex family dynamics within the context of the spooky and halloween - themed plot. For instance, a love story set against a backdrop of a haunted house or a witch - infested town. Also, the writing style is more sophisticated, with more detailed descriptions of the spooky settings, whether it's a fog - covered cemetery or a decrepit old mansion, to really draw the reader into the world of the story.

You could try 'The Thirteenth Tale' by Diane Setterfield. It has a gothic atmosphere with mystery and secrets, but it's not terrifying. It's more about family secrets and a love for books. 'The Little Stranger' by Sarah Waters is also a good choice. It has a haunted house element, but the scares are more subdued and it focuses more on the characters and their relationships. 'Practical Magic' by Alice Hoffman has witches and magic, but it's a more light - hearted take on the supernatural.

At an adult Halloween soiree, there was a costume contest. One woman dressed as a wicked witch with the most amazing makeup. She had green skin and a long crooked nose. She won the contest hands - down. People were in awe of how detailed her costume was. She had even made her own broomstick which added to the authenticity of her look.

One popular 'halloween series novel' is 'The Halloween Tree' by Ray Bradbury. It's a great read with a spooky and mysterious atmosphere that really captures the essence of Halloween.