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Uzumaki: Spiral into Horror, Vol. 1

Junji Ito
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Uzumaki: Spiral into Horror, Vol. 1

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001

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Junji Ito

Uzumaki: Spiral into Horror, Vol. 1

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Kurouzu-cho, Japan • 1990s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Uzumaki: Spiral into Horror, Vol. 1 by Junji Ito follows a town haunted by a mysterious spiral curse that affects its residents in disturbing ways. The stories "The Spiral Obsession" and "The Fading Scream" are featured, detailing individuals' eerie experiences with the spiral phenomenon. This volume sets the stage for an unsettling exploration of psychological and supernatural horror.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

31,787 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Junji Ito's Uzumaki: Spiral into Horror, Vol. 1 masterfully intertwines psychological horror with visually striking illustrations. Reviewers praise its unique and disturbing concept, though some find the episodic storytelling disjointed. Overall, it's acclaimed for its originality and ability to evoke fear, making it a standout in the horror manga genre.

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Who Should Read Uzumaki: Spiral into Horror, Vol. 1?

Readers who enjoy unsettling, psychological horror with a unique, artistic twist would find Uzumaki: Spiral into Horror, Vol. 1 by Junji Ito captivating. Fans of H.P. Lovecraft's works and Stephen King's It will appreciate its eerie atmosphere and compelling visual storytelling.

4.4

31,787 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Kurouzu-cho, Japan • 1990s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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