The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty
"The Exorcist" is a chilling and suspenseful novel that follows the terrifying ordeal of a young girl named Regan who becomes possessed by a malevolent entity. As her behavior becomes increasingly disturbing and her health deteriorates, her desperate mother seeks the help of two priests who embark on a harrowing battle against the forces of evil. With its gripping narrative and intense portrayal of demonic possession, the book explores themes of faith, doubt, and the power of good versus evil, leaving readers on the edge of their seats until the shocking conclusion.
The 1696th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1971
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 340-400
- Words
- 78,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 60th on Click If You Dare: 100 Favorite Horror Stories (NPR)
- Horror: The 100 Best Books ("Horror: The 100 Best Books" Book by Stephen Jones (Editor) and Kim Newman (Editor))
- The Books You've Always Meant to Read (Waterstones)